Miami Dade College

300 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33132
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • The mission of Miami Dade College is to provide accessible, affordable, high quality education by keeping the learner's needs at the center of decision-making and working in partnership with its dynamic, multi-cultural community.

School Highlights

Miami Dade College serves 75,801 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 67%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 75,801 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,486
  • Out-state tuition: $12,015
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Miami Dade College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 4,430 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Miami Dade College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
4,430 staff
139 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Miami Dade College has grown by 46% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Miami Dade College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
75,801 students
646 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
20:1
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# Full-Time Students
31,594 students
587 students
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# Part-Time Students
44,207 students
557 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Miami Dade College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Florida.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
758 students
261 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
31,594 students
574 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
85 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
44,207 students
648 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
36 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
1%
5%
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% Hispanic
69%
30%
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% Black
16%
19%
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% White
4%
33%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
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% Two or more races
1%
4%
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% Non Resident races
7%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Miami Dade College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
1%
5%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
Diversity Score
0.50
0.76
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.6183%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4456%
0.4334%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$31,500
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Miami Dade College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Florida by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,486 is more than the state average of $3,280. The in-state tuition has grown by 22% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,015 is more than the state average of $10,578. The out-state tuition has grown by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,486
$3,280
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,015
$10,578
This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Miami Dade College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Florida by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
88%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Miami Dade College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,750
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Miami Dade College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
442
SAT Math
n/a
429
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Established in 1959; opened September 1960, Miami Dade College, a state-supported college with eight campuses and numerous outreach centers,is the largest institution of higher education in the United States and one of the most highly regarded colleges in the nation. It is governed by a seven-member District Board of Trustees and a college president. Miami Dade College offers more than 150 associate's degrees. Some of these provide the first two years of college before transferring to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor's degree. Others are two-year programs designed for immediate job entry. We offer 50 fast-track vocational training programs, as well as a full complement of adult education classes, GED preparation classes, and classes for fun and recreation. Some of our newest programs are Histologic Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Marketing Management, Telecommunications Engineering Technology, Veterinary Technology, and Dental Office Management, to name a few. Our campuses and additional centers are conveniently located throughout Miami-Dade County. Many of our classes can also be taken from home or work through a variety of distance education options including Independent Studies, Life Lab, Open College and Virtual College.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Miami Dade College cost?
Miami Dade College's tuition is approximately $3,486 for In-State students and $12,015 for Out-State students.
What is Miami Dade College's ranking?
Miami Dade College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Miami Dade College located?
Miami Dade College is located in the Downtown Miami neighborhood of Miami, FL.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 75,801 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,486
  • Out-state tuition: $12,015
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

Miami-Dade County, FL community colleges have a diversity score of 0.45, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Miami-Dade County, FL is Johnson & Wales University-North Miami. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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