The mission of Douglas Education Center is twofold. Our first responsibility is to provide students with a quality education that will develop the attitudes, skills, and techniques necessary to enter and succeed in their chosen field of study. Our second responsibility is to provide prospective employers with well-trained personnel. The curricula of Douglas Education Center is designed to maintain high standards of performance upon which these future employers can depend. Douglas Education Center has the obligation to create an educational atmosphere that will not only foster the highest standards of excellence in all students, but also help these students develop an awareness of social responsibility and ethical behavior.
School Highlights
Douglas Education Center serves 206 students (99% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 92%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 206 students
Private-state tuition: $17,746
Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
Minority enrollment: 94%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Douglas Education Center
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
58 staff
58 staff
Student Body
The student population of Douglas Education Center has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Douglas Education Center diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
206 students
344 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
204 students
241 students
# Part-Time Students
2 students
103 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
349 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
204 students
241 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2 students
103 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
4%
% Asian
8%
14%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
2%
10%
% White
6%
8%
% Hawaiian
83%
52%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.30
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.8462%
0.658%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4973%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,700
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,746 is more than the state average of $17,079. The private state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,746
$17,079
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,111
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Established in 1904, Douglas Education Center (DEC) is the premier
creative career institution conveniently located in the Mid-Mon
Valley. DEC offers programs in special make-up effects, digital
film, illustration, graphic design and web, cosmetology, medical
and business. In addition, this centrally located geographic area
provides students with an environment rich in cultural heritage and
many educational and recreational opportunities. Douglas offers a
degree and/or certificate in Professional Business Technology,
Health Information Technology, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing
Clerk, Medical Transcription Specialist, Medical Unit Clerk, Allan
and Wilson's Digital Illustration, Graphic Design and Web, Tom
Savini's Special Make-Up Effects Program, The Factory Digital
Filmmaking, Master Cosmetology, General Cosmetology, Cosmetology
Teacher, Esthetician, and Esthetics and Nail Technology. The
educational programs at DEC are oriented toward meeting the needs
of its students by developing professionalism, leadership, and
technical, interpersonal and communication skills. Douglas
Education Center is accredited by the Accrediting Council for
Independent Colleges and Schools to award Associate in specialized
Business Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates. In 2009 DEC became an
Honor Roll Institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Douglas Education Center cost?
Douglas Education Center's private state tuition is approximately $17,746.
What is Douglas Education Center's ranking?
Douglas Education Center ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Highest completion rates.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 206 students
Private-state tuition: $17,746
Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
Minority enrollment: 94%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
