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Delaware Technical Community College-Terry

Public Dover, DE · Urban · Mid-Atlantic · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
21%
Graduation Rate
$41,448
Earnings (10yr)
$11,578
Net Price
10,867
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Overview

Nearly 11,000 students choose Delaware Technical Community College-Terry each year for its emphasis on practical skills and workforce readiness. With a graduation rate of 21%, the college focuses on helping students transition into the workforce quickly, particularly in high-demand fields such as health professions and technology.

Data from Opportunity Insights indicates that graduates from Delaware Tech-Terry can expect to earn an average of $41,448 within ten years of completing their programs. While specific mobility rates are not available, the college's diverse offerings in business, education, and computer science may help students improve their economic standing over time. The college serves a significant number of Pell Grant recipients, indicating a commitment to supporting low-income students.

The net price for attending Delaware Tech-Terry is approximately $11,578, with a median debt of $10,500 for graduates. This financial structure may appeal to students looking for affordable pathways to stable careers. Students who thrive here often prioritize practical learning and are motivated to enter the workforce soon after completing their education.

How Delaware Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation21%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$12KMedian Debt$11KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$12K$48-75K$15K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,445
In-State Tuition
$12,308
Out-of-State
$11,578
Avg Net Price
$10,500
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
14%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,934
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,973
Family Income $30K–$48K
$12,317
Family Income $48K–$75K
$14,968
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,336
6 Years After Entry
$39,296
8 Years
$41,448
10 Years
0.25x
Debt-to-Earnings
51%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,336 6yr $39,296 8yr $41,448 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.22
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 32%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,962
Diversity Index 0.71
First-Gen Students 50%

Top Programs

Health Professions 38%
Business & Marketing 12%
Humanities 10%
Education 9%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Criminal Justice 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 3%
Culinary & Personal Services 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Mid-Atlantic
Accreditor Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
64%
White
41%
Hispanic
19%
Black
28%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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