Metropolitan Community College Area Tuition & Completion
Metropolitan Community College Area is a public community college in Omaha, Nebraska, serving roughly 8,775 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,982 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,375. Student demographics in federal data include White (43.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (18.4%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,375
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,982 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 8,775 36.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 29.32%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 47.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 12.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 29.4%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 25,365
- Room & Board: $10,719 annual estimate
Metropolitan Community College Area: what the data shows
Common questions about Metropolitan Community College Area, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Metropolitan Community College Area?
Metropolitan Community College Area is located in Omaha, NE (ZIP 68111-1610).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Metropolitan Community College Area public or private?
Metropolitan Community College Area is a Public institution.
How much does Metropolitan Community College Area cost?
Published tuition: $3,375 in-state, $4,950 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,982.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,151 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,894 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,150 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,504 |
| $110,001+ | $9,477 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $13,500.
How big is Metropolitan Community College Area?
Total enrollment: 8,775 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 25,365 students.
About 36% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Metropolitan Community College Area?
150%-time completion rate: 29.32%.
First-year retention: 60.0%.
What do graduates of Metropolitan Community College Area earn?
Median earnings: $35,437 six years after entry; $38,773 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,217.
18.59% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Metropolitan Community College Area known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (342 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (309 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (228 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (211 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (177 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (140 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (125 completions)
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician (105 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (78 completions)
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician (65 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Metropolitan Community College Area a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 29.32%; median earnings $38,773 at 10 years; net price $4,982. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,375
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Metropolitan Community College Area was $3,375.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,982
2024 Value
In 2024 Metropolitan Community College Area had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,982.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,928 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,982 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$13,500 4-Year In-State Tuition
$19,800 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$10,719 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,545 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,639 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$62,556 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Metropolitan Community College Area.
Financial Aid by Income Level
18.59% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
6.93% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Metropolitan Community College Area was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Metropolitan Community College Area in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,610 | $3,803 | $7,714 |
| 2014 | $2,610 | $3,803 | $6,432 |
| 2015 | $2,745 | $4,005 | $6,367 |
| 2016 | $2,880 | $4,208 | $5,281 |
| 2017 | $2,970 | $4,568 | $6,559 |
| 2018 | $3,105 | $4,545 | $4,227 |
| 2019 | $3,105 | $4,545 | $4,295 |
| 2020 | $3,195 | $4,680 | $4,315 |
| 2021 | $3,195 | $4,680 | $4,915 |
| 2022 | $3,285 | $4,815 | $4,572 |
| 2023 | $3,285 | $4,815 | $4,005 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Metropolitan Community College Area reported total enrollment of about 8,775 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (43.6%), Hispanic or Latino (18.4%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (15.1%). About 18.59% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
36.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Metropolitan Community College Area in 2024 is 8,775 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 25,365 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
60.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 43.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.17% 100% Completion Time
29.32% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.17% of students graduating from Metropolitan Community College Area completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 42% male / 58% female
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 95% male / 5% female
- Computer and Information Sciences, General: 81% male / 19% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Metropolitan Community College Area.
Return on Investment
$8,217 Median Student Debt
$38,773 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.19% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1845.65% Return on Investment
2.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Metropolitan Community College Area.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 67 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 342 completions
2. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 309 completions
3. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 228 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 211 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 177 completions
6. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 140 completions
7. Welding Technology/Welder: 125 completions
8. Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician: 105 completions
9. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 78 completions
Most popular programs at Metropolitan Community College Area.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Metropolitan Community College Area graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Metropolitan Community College Area from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 29.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,914
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,477
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Metropolitan Community College Area is a public institution located in Omaha, NE, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Computer and Information Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 8,775 students. Student body composition includes White (43.6%), Hispanic or Latino (18.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (15.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 29.32%. Approximately 18.59% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Omaha, NE 68111-1610
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 29.32% graduation rate at Metropolitan Community College Area falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 67 distinct degree programs, Metropolitan Community College Area provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Metropolitan Community College Area located?
Metropolitan Community College Area is located in Omaha, NE.
How much does Metropolitan Community College Area cost?
Reported tuition is $3,375 and average net price is $4,982 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,719 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Metropolitan Community College Area?
Metropolitan Community College Area reports undergraduate enrollment of about 25,365 students, White (43.6%), Hispanic or Latino (18.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Metropolitan Community College Area?
About 47.1% of students at Metropolitan Community College Area are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Metropolitan Community College Area earn?
Median earnings are $35,437 six years after entry and $38,773 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Metropolitan Community College Area?
The 150%-time completion rate is 29.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Metropolitan Community College Area students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,217.
Is Metropolitan Community College Area public or private?
Metropolitan Community College Area is a public institution located in Omaha, NE.
Is Metropolitan Community College Area an HBCU?
No. Metropolitan Community College Area is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Metropolitan Community College Area a tribal college?
No. Metropolitan Community College Area is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Metropolitan Community College Area a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Metropolitan Community College Area does not meet that proxy (reported share 18.4%).
Is Metropolitan Community College Area religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Metropolitan Community College Area in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Nebraska college costs
- Nebraska colleges by ROI
- Nebraska trade schools profile
- Omaha, Nebraska city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Nebraska
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.