- Delta College is a public community college in University Center, Michigan.
School Highlights
Delta College serves 8,397 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is lower than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 8,397 students
- In-state tuition: $4,847
- Out-state tuition: $8,963
- Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
- Minority enrollment: 28%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Delta College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 268 teachers has declined by 55% over five years.
Delta College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
268 staff
70 staff
Student Body
The student population of Delta College has grown by 20% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Delta College diversity score of 0.46 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 51% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,397 students
2,149 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
2,437 students
889 students
# Part-Time Students
5,960 students
1,584 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
8,397 students
2,151 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,437 students
961 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,960 students
1,658 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
8%
7%
% Black
11%
16%
% White
72%
60%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
8%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
15%
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,100
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,847 is less than the state average of $4,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,963 is more than the state average of $6,808. The out-state tuition has grown by 26% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,847
$4,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,963
$6,808
Tuition Notes
Less than half the cost of a public university
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$11,915
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,296
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katy Wernecke, President's List (4.0), Welding Engineering Technology -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Delta College cost?
Delta College's tuition is approximately $4,847 for In-State students and $8,963 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Delta College?
Delta College famous alumni include: Katy Wernecke, President's List (4.0), Welding Engineering Technology.
What is Delta College's ranking?
Delta College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Largest student body.
School Calendar
View the Delta College yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring 2026: Last Day of Semester
August 20, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall 2026: First Day of Semester
August 29, 2026 (Saturday)
Fall 2026: Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2026 (Sunday)
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