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Miami Dade College (MDC)

300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00150600
  • College President: Eduardo J Padron
  • Fax: (305) 237-7913
  • Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Bachelor's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 61,674
  • College Alias: MDC, MDCC

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History

Miami Dade College was established in 1959 and welcomed its first group of students in 1960. Nicknamed Chicken Coop College, after the original buildings that were converted into classrooms, 1,428 students attended the first year.

 

Amid the politics of desegregation and the convergence of Cuban refugees, Dade County Junior College admitted seven black students and was the first Florida junior college to be integrated.

 

By the mid 1960s, approximately 15,000 students attended the school. The college became one of the largest in the state of Florida by 1967, with over 23,000 students enrolled.

 

In 1970, a downtown campus was opened. This was a decade of growth for Miami Dade College. In 1977, the Medical Center Campus opened its doors and by 1979, bilingual studies were offered with 2,000 students enrolled in outreach areas. These eventually became the Inter America Center.

 

By 1983, over 18,000 students attending Miami Dade College were immigrants and refugees. Women made up 56% of the student body. 66% of students were minorities. At this time, Miami Dade entered a partnership with Florida International University.

 

Miami Dade College opened its fifth campus in First Baptist Church in 1985 with 350 students in attendance. A modern campus was opened in 1991 to accommodate the growing student body. The college had gained national recognition by 1989, when it became the best community college in the United States.

 

Miami Dade College had welcomed 1.5 million students by 2000. It still continues to grow today, not only in educational resources but also socially, culturally and economically.

 

Academics

 

Miami Dade College has eight campuses. The academic programs are accredited by many prestigious institutions, including:

 

  • Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
  • The American Bar Association Standing Committee on Legal Assistant
  • Florida Board of Nursing
  • Federal Aviation Administration

 

Associate Degrees are offered in more than 150 fields. Examples include:

 

  • Biology
  • Science Applied Sciences
  • Social Work
  • Engineering
  • Arts
  • Pre-law
  • Teaching

 

The curriculum has been created to accommodate students who wish to attend a four year institution. The Graduate of Honours is designed for gifted high school students and many have went on to attend such prestigious educational institutions such as Columbia, Stanford and Yale.

 

Student Life

 

Each of the eight campuses of Miami Dade College offer students a unique perspective on college life. They provide assistance to promote cultural richness and diversity and support students as they hone leadership skills, grow intellectually and evaluate their personal values. Students are also prepared to be active and informed citizens of the community.

 

Athletics

 

Miami Dade College is part of the Florida Community College Activities Association Southern Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association. Their five intercollegiate teams include:

  • Men's Baseball
  • Women's Softball
  • Men's Basketball
  • Women's Basketball
  • Women's Volleyball

 

Community

 

The Miami Dade community is a tropical paradise. Beaches are abundant for fun in the sun. The nearby Everglades National Park is a unique outdoor experience and is home to fourteen endangered and rare species. The park is also a great place for the outdoor enthusiast to canoe, camp or hike.

 

If you like to shop or party, South Beach is the place for you. Art galleries, boutiques and museums are plentiful and the night life is amazing.

 

Other interesting attractions include, Coral Castle, Parrot Jungle Island, Miami Museum of Science, Seaquarium and many more. Be sure to check out festivals and events taking place locally. There's always something going on in the Miami Dade area.

 

 

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution

    - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

  • ROTC

    • - Army

    - Air Force

Website:

www.mdc.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Accreditation

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public 4-Year Primarily Associates
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates Dominant
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Four-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Miami Dade College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Agriculture Operations

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Landscaping and Groundskeeping5--
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Architecture

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Interior Architecture-6-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting, Other13--
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Banking and Financial Support15--
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Bookkeeping1221-
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Business Administration7825-
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Business Administration, Other---
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Business and Personal Financial Services Marketing Operations---
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Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services, Other3--
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Executive Assistant, Executive Secretary124-
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Fashion Merchandising---
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Finance-5-
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Hospitality Administration and Management-4-
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Hotel Administration4--
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International Marketing---
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Management Information Systems3--
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Management Information Systems and Services, Other24-
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Marketing1017-
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Office Management11--
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Operations Management---
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Real Estate6--
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Tourism and Travel Services Management-6-
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Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations1--
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Entrepreneurial Studies8--
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Food Services Management---
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Communication Technology

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Photographic and Film Technology-1-
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Radio and Television Broadcasting-14-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Programming, Specific Applications35-
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Computer Systems Analysis817-
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Computer Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other128-
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Construction Trades

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Electrician16--
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Pipefitting and Sprinkler Fitter1--
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Plumbing Technology---
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Education

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Biology Teacher Education--1
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Chemistry Teacher Education--1
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Education, Other112--
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Hearing Impairments2114-
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Mathematics Teacher Education--22
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Science Teacher Education--3
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Special Education Teaching--167
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Engineering Technology

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Architectural Drafting cad---
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Architectural Engineering Technology197-
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Automotive Engineering Technology-2-
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Biomedical Technology---
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Civil Engineering Technology---
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Construction Engineering Technology-1-
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Drafting and Design32--
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Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology-37-
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Environmental Control Technologies, Other---
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Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting cad---
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Computer Systems Technology6713-
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Refrigeration Technology-1-
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Child Care Provider15835-
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Blood Bank Technology Specialist69--
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Clinical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other-10-
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Clinical Laboratory Technician-47-
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Dental Hygiene-40-
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Dietitian Assistant---
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Emergency Medical Technology33878-
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Health Care Administration-1-
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Health Services---
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Licensed Practical Nurse42--
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Massage Therapy57--
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Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nurse-2-
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Medical Radiologic Technology-38-
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Medical Records Administration3711-
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Nuclear Medical Technology-13-
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Nursing-50278
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Opticianry, Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician-22-
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Pharmacy Technician23--
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Physical Therapist Assistant-29-
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Physician Assistant-50-
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Respiratory Care Therapy-51-
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Ultrasound Technician-19-
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Medical Assistant21--
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Mental Health Technician2212-
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Veterinary Assistant-1-
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Legal Professions and Studies

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Court Reporting-2-
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Legal Administrative Assistant3--
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Paralegal-42-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts-8,008-
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Mechanic and Repair Technology

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Heating and Air Conditioning (Hvac)---
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Personal and Culinary Services

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Funeral Service-20-
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Restaurant, Culinary and Catering Management---
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Precision Production

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Sheet Metal Technology---
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Science Technology

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Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician44-
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Security and Protective Services

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Corrections172--
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Fire Protection and Safety Technology-5-
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Forensic Science---
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Law Enforcement Administration-24-
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Police Science209--
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Security and Loss Prevention Services71--
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Security and Protective Services, Other13-153
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Fire-Fighting137--
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Transportation and Materials Moving

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Airline Pilot and Flight Crew-8-
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Aviation and Airway Management1674-
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Cinematography and Film-27-
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Commercial and Advertising Art214-
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Music, Other-24-
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Visual and Performing Arts, Other---
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Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Reviewed on: April 30, 2013 Flag Review
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  • Not all campuses are created equal. Kendall campus has too many lack luster professors. Even though MDC is less expensive compared to FIU, doesn't give them the right to employ so many clueless teachers. I'll be graduating soon. Out of 42 credits worth of classes, I've only had 3 teachers that really cared if their students learned the material. A few of the teachers made it so easy to pass the class that it scares me to think about what degrees they will aquire and if they will be a danger. Sadly, at least half of my teacher didn't have the slightest idea HOW to teach the class. Power points and video clips made up the entire class. Even for math! As a math major, I've taken 4 math classes and only 1 of them actually tried teaching it. It's very sad that MDC is really the only choice anyone has. Well, unless they are willing to take a large loan.
  • Reviewed on: January 09, 2013 Flag Review
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  • MDC is truly one of the best Colleges in the nation in that it has a perfect learning environment, extraordinary good and outstanding professors that you can learn a lot from and also very caring. It is the best College I've been to so far and I did attend some. I would highly recommend this college to anyone. Great school!
  • Reviewed on: August 28, 2012 Flag Review
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  • MDC is awesome! You can't beat have a great campus in Miami. Perfect atmosphere plus great professors make it I think the best school someone can go to after high school. I'm a business major and have made a bunch of new friends here. I highly recommend MDC to anyone!
  • Reviewed on: October 01, 2010 Flag Review
  • Rating:
  • Great school!

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates MDC accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.mdc.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The MDC admissions office phone number is (305) 237-2222. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://https:

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 61,674

    • - Undergraduate: 61,674

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 23,786

    - Female: 35,334

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 23,786

    - Female: 35,334

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 22,313

    - Part-Time: 36,807

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 22,313

    - Part-Time: 36,807

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1,2782%
American Indian360.06%
Black10,56617%
Asian6151%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander400.06%
Hispanic42,74269%
White4,7778%
Unknown1,5122%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 181,2582%
Ages 18-1913,90124%
Ages 20-2112,53321%
Ages 22-249,46116%
Ages 25-298,06114%
Ages 30-344,4167%
Ages 35-393,3496%
Ages 40-494,2457%
Ages 50-651,7743%
Age Over 651200.2%
Age Unknown2-

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students25%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male23%
Female25%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien25%
American Indian25%
Black21%
Asian33%
Hispanic25%
White32%
Unknown18%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Prepaid Tuition Plan

    - Allows students or their families to buy college tuition for future years at current prices.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Miami Dade College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.mdc.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$9,614$11,701$13,569
$0 - $30,000$9,120$10,837$12,973
$30,000 - $48,000$9,980$12,259$14,195
$48,001 - $75,000$11,828$13,869$15,511
$75,001 - $110,000$14,439$13,220$17,039
More Than $110,000$15,157$12,608$15,412

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$3,164$2,847$2,586
In-State Tuition and Fees$3,164$2,847$2,586
Out of State Tuition and Fees$11,309$10,371$9,378
Books and Supplies$2,250$1,800$1,800

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$19,824$17,015$16,632
Other Expenses$9,435$7,111$6,951
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$9,435$7,111$6,951

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$5,414$4,647$4,386
In-State$5,414$4,647$4,386
Out of State$13,559$12,171$11,178
Off Campus
In-District$34,673$28,773$27,969
In-State$34,673$28,773$27,969
Out of State$42,818$36,297$34,761
Off Campus with Family
In-District$14,849$11,758$11,337
In-State$14,849$11,758$11,337
Out of State$22,994$19,282$18,129

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The MDC financial aid office phone number is (305) 237-2122. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

MDC Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid6,66381%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid6,64581%$6,153
All Federal Grants5,98973%$5,742
Pell Grants5,98973%$5,509
Other Federal Grants2,14126%$651
State/Local Grants & Scholarships3,31940%$1,226
Institutional Grants & Scholarships2,35129%$1,033
All Student Loans3,86947%$1,867
Federal Student Loans5216%$6,033
Other Student Loans3,60944%$1,131

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)11.6%10.1%9.3%
Number in Default251254271
Number in Repayment2,1552,5082,901

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Drug Related2--
Nearby Public Area
Drug Related1-1

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Robbery1-1
Burglary325
Vehicle Theft1--
Nearby Public Area
Robbery211
Vehicle Theft12-

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$373,112$166,803$206,309
Ratio (%)100%45%55%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes853847
Unduplicated Athletes853847
Baseball2424-
Basketball281414
Softball18-18
Volleyball15-15

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$36,658$43,732
Assistant Coaches-$14,061$10,198

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches16610
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball532
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches321
Softball4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Volleyball4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees8,3272,1896,138
Faculty Status4,2946733,621
Tenured Faculty574574-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service4,2946733,621
Primarily Instruction4,2946733,621
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial104104-
Other Professionals769484285
Technical and/or Paraprofessional3,1609282,232
Clerical And Secretarial1,5564081,148
Skilled Crafts5959-
Service and/or Maintenance830141689

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$65,516 (673)$66,077 (317)$65,016 (356)
Professor$81,406 (167)$82,395 (80)$80,496 (87)
Associate Professor$65,137 (263)$65,677 (124)$64,655 (139)
Assistant Professor$56,993 (156)$56,969 (69)$57,012 (87)
Instructor$51,442 (87)$51,821 (44)$51,053 (43)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$65,516 (673)$66,077 (317)$65,016 (356)
Professor$81,406 (167)$82,395 (80)$80,496 (87)
Associate Professor$65,137 (263)$65,677 (124)$64,655 (139)
Assistant Professor$56,993 (156)$56,969 (69)$57,012 (87)
Instructor$51,442 (87)$51,821 (44)$51,053 (43)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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