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Miami Dade College (MDC)
- 300 NE 2nd Ave
- Miami, FL 33132
- OPEID College Code: 00150600
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- General Phone: (305) 237-8888
- College President: Eduardo J Padron
- Website: www.mdc.edu
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 54,094
- College Alias: MDC, MDCC, Miami Dade
Miami Dade College is the largest institution of higher learning in the United States. The main campus is located in Miami and there are seven additional campuses within Miami Dade County.
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.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- 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
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - MDC Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public 4-Year Primarily Associates
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.mdc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: MDC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 65%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 5% | 56% | 45% | 24% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,626 | $3,416 | $929 | $966 |
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.7% | 6.4% | 8.8% |
| Number in Default | 240 | 228 | 274 |
| Number in Repayment | 3,564 | 3,562 | 3,098 |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,068 | $2,068 | $2,022 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,863 | $6,863 | $6,574 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $14,510 | $14,510 | $8,100 |
| Other Expenses | $6,610 | $6,610 | $2,970 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,120 | $6,610 | $2,970 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $3,268 | $3,268 | $3,522 |
| Out of State | $8,063 | $8,063 | $8,074 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $24,388 | $24,388 | $14,592 |
| Out of State | $29,183 | $29,183 | $19,144 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $9,388 | $9,388 | $6,492 |
| Out of State | $14,183 | $14,183 | $11,044 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 54,094 Undergraduate: 54,094
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 21,314 Female: 32,780
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 21,314 Female: 32,780
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 20,364 Part-Time: 33,730
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 20,364 Part-Time: 33,730
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1,660 | 3% |
| American Indian | 38 | 0.07% |
| Black | 10,347 | 19% |
| Asian | 641 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 35,621 | 66% |
| White | 4,617 | 9% |
| Unknown | 1,170 | 2% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,141 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 12,664 | 23% |
| Ages 20-21 | 11,018 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 9,373 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 7,039 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 4,149 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2,942 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 4,037 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,626 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 104 | 0.2% |
| Age Uknown | 1 | - |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 8,621 | 2,442 | 6,179 |
| Faculty Status | 4,209 | 701 | 3,508 |
| Tenured Faculty | 569 | 569 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 4,209 | 701 | 3,508 |
| Primarily Instruction | 4,209 | 701 | 3,508 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 110 | 108 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 893 | 524 | 369 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3,409 | 1,109 | 2,300 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1,768 | 473 | 1,295 |
| Skilled Crafts | 77 | 77 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 796 | 175 | 621 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,750 (701) | $66,297 (346) | $65,216 (355) |
| Professor | $80,736 (232) | $81,438 (118) | $80,008 (114) |
| Associate Professor | $64,827 (189) | $65,560 (95) | $64,087 (94) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,254 (196) | $56,326 (83) | $56,201 (113) |
| Instructor | $48,593 (84) | $48,517 (50) | $48,705 (34) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,750 (701) | $66,297 (346) | $65,216 (355) |
| Professor | $80,736 (232) | $81,438 (118) | $80,008 (114) |
| Associate Professor | $64,827 (189) | $65,560 (95) | $64,087 (94) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,254 (196) | $56,326 (83) | $56,201 (113) |
| Instructor | $48,593 (84) | $48,517 (50) | $48,705 (34) |
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $675,904 | $298,722 | $377,182 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 44% | 56% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Baseball | 25 | 25 | - |
| Basketball | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Softball | 21 | - | 21 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $38,172 | $39,466 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $6,725 | $5,968 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Baseball | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Volleyball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 66%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 52%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 26% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 27% |
| Female | 25% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 28% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 27% |
| Asian | 38% |
| Hispanic | 24% |
| White | 38% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 9 | 21 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
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