Dallas College Tuition, Demographics & Completion (2026)
Dallas College is a public community college in Dallas, Texas, enrolling about 43,869 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,214 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,730. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (49.3%) and Black or African American (20.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,730
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,214 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 43,869 32.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 32.32%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 56.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 87.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 34.3%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 107,417
- Room & Board: $16,052 annual estimate
Dallas College: what the data shows
Common questions about Dallas College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Dallas College?
Dallas College is located in Dallas, TX (ZIP 75215-3604).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Dallas College public or private?
Dallas College is a Public institution.
How much does Dallas College cost?
Published tuition: $2,730 in-state, $6,900 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,214.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $2,120 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $2,530 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,023 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $7,185 |
| $110,001+ | $9,504 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $10,920.
How big is Dallas College?
Total enrollment: 43,869 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 107,417 students.
About 32% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Dallas College?
150%-time completion rate: 32.32%.
First-year retention: 66.7%.
What do graduates of Dallas College earn?
Median earnings: $35,493 six years after entry; $41,714 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,500.
23.60% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Dallas College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (5,426 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (768 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (543 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (394 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (362 completions)
- Accounting (351 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (337 completions)
- Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician (315 completions)
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General (297 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (288 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Dallas College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 32.32%; median earnings $41,714 at 10 years; net price $3,214. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,730
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Dallas College was $2,730.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,214
2024 Value
In 2024 Dallas College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,214.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,856 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,214 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$10,920 4-Year In-State Tuition
$27,600 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$16,052 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$550 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,332 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$77,328 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Dallas College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
23.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
5.55% 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 Dallas College 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 Dallas College 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 | $1,560 | $4,590 | $6,033 |
| 2014 | $1,665 | $4,695 | $6,522 |
| 2015 | $1,770 | $5,220 | $4,495 |
| 2016 | $1,770 | $5,220 | $5,606 |
| 2017 | $1,770 | $5,220 | $5,611 |
| 2018 | $1,770 | $5,220 | $6,147 |
| 2019 | $1,770 | $5,220 | $4,373 |
| 2020 | $2,370 | $6,000 | $4,739 |
| 2021 | $2,370 | $6,000 | $3,704 |
| 2022 | $2,370 | $6,000 | $2,210 |
| 2023 | $2,370 | $6,000 | $4,146 |
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
Dallas College reported total enrollment of about 43,869 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (49.3%), Black or African American (20.3%), and White (13.1%). About 23.60% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 56.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
32.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Dallas College in 2024 is 43,869 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 107,417 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
66.7%
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 Hispanic or Latino at 49.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
32.32% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Dallas College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 37% male / 63% female
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 95% male / 5% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 28% male / 72% 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: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Dallas College.
Return on Investment
$9,500 Median Student Debt
$41,714 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
22.77% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
3144.71% Return on Investment
2.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Dallas College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 91 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 5,426 completions
2. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 768 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 543 completions
4. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 394 completions
5. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 362 completions
6. Accounting: 351 completions
7. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 337 completions
8. Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician: 315 completions
9. Computer Programming/Programmer, General: 297 completions
Most popular programs at Dallas College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Dallas College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Dallas College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 34.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,350
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,188
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Dallas College is a public institution located in Dallas, TX, 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 General Studies, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 43,869 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (49.3%), Black or African American (20.3%), White (13.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 32.32%. Approximately 23.60% of students receive Pell Grants. About 56.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Dallas, TX 75215-3604
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 32.32% graduation rate at Dallas College 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 91 distinct degree programs, Dallas College 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 Dallas College located?
Dallas College is located in Dallas, TX.
How much does Dallas College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,730 and average net price is $3,214 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,052 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Dallas College?
Dallas College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 107,417 students, Hispanic or Latino (49.3%), Black or African American (20.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Dallas College?
About 56.1% of students at Dallas College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Dallas College earn?
Median earnings are $35,493 six years after entry and $41,714 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Dallas College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 32.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Dallas College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,500.
Is Dallas College public or private?
Dallas College is a public institution located in Dallas, TX.
Is Dallas College an HBCU?
No. Dallas College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Dallas College a tribal college?
No. Dallas College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Dallas College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Dallas College reports 49.3% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Dallas College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Dallas College 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
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Texas trade schools profile
- Dallas, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
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.