Miami Dade College

Miami Dade College Overview

Miami Dade College is a public, state school in the city of Miami, Florida. MDC was founded in 1960 and enrolls 44,002 undergrads and no graduate students.

There are many ways for students to get involved at MDC!

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of MDC's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? MDC students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

MDC does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? MDC has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at MDC on the Student Life page.

2022 MDC Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$2,203
Out-of-State	$10,771
Percent of Need Met	66%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$6,114

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Is MDC a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a clearer sense of what MDC offers and if the college could be the right college for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at MDC

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for MDC Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with MDC directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Miami Dade College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

MDC's endowment was valued at $272.8 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $3,824 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at MDC

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

MDC meets 66% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend MDC full-time are awarded $6,114 a year in financial aid, on average.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at MDC.

Based on this information, is MDC the school for you? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is MDC a good school for you?

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Where is MDC?

MDC is located in the urban setting of Miami, Florida.

If you would like to see MDC for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Turnpike to Miami, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Miami International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what MDC and Miami are like without leaving home.

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