Miami Dade College
At a Glance
MDC is the most diverse institution in the nation. There are 167 nations and 63 languages represented in its student body. The college's eight campuses and outreach centers offer more than 300 distinct degree pathways including associate and baccalaureate degrees, career certificates and apprenticeships. MDC is the home of the Miami Culinary Institute, the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex, the Miami Fashion Institute, the Eig-Watson School of Aviation, The Idea Center, the Cybersecurity Center of the Americas, the Cloud Computing Center, the Center for Learning, Innovation and Simulation, the School for Advanced Studies, and the New World School of the Arts, to name a few of its most innovative programs.
Miami Dade College (MDC) is a Public institution located in the South region of Florida. MDC has Regional Accreditation and is affiliated with Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and https://www.mdc.edu/accreditation/.
The main campus in Miami, FL has a City feeling.
Miami Dade College offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:
- Associate (2 yr.)
- Bachelor's (4 yr.)
- Certificate
- Business Administration (AA)
- Nursing - R.N. (Generic - Full-Time)
- Criminal Justice Administration
- Psychology
- Accounting
Student Body (as of Fall 2021)
| Enrollment Type | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Full Time | 20308 |
| Part Time | 42211 |
Part-time students outnumber full-time students (2.08:1) at Miami Dade College.
| Ethnicity | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.00 |
| Asian | 1.00 |
| Black/African American | 16.00 |
| Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.00 |
| Hispanic/Latino | 75.00 |
| White/Caucasian | 5.00 |
| Other/Unknown | 3.00 |
The most common ethnicity is Hispanic/Latino (75%) followed by Black/African American (16%.)
| Gender | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| Female | 59.00 |
| Male | 41.00 |
At 59%, female students outnumber male students by a significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.
MDC has admitted more than 2,000,000 students and counting, since it opened its doors in 1960. MDC confers more associate degrees than any other community college in the country. Since the college opened, more than 390,000 degrees and certificates have been awarded.
| Total Students: | 62,519 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Students: | 62,519 |
| Graduate Students: | 0 |
| Average Student Age: | 24 |
Costs and Financial Aid (as of 2022)
for Full-Time
per Credit Hour
per Credit Hour
Scholarships
Miami Dade College offers a number of different scholarships each year. Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship fund. Please visit http://www.mdc.edu/scholarships for more information and to apply.
Please visit https://www.mdc.edu/student-financial-services/tuition-fees/ https://www.mdc.edu/financialaid/how-aid-works/cost-attendance.aspx for information regarding tuition and fees and cost of attendance.
Students interested in applying may visit this link to review several opportunities - http://www.mdc.edu/main/financialaid/scholarships/AvailableNow.aspx ; Students have many scholarship program options that vary by contributing organizations, application deadline, scholarship award amount, and description of required criteria. All scholarship information is organized in chronological order by application deadline dates.
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition | 4255.92 |
| Books and Supplies | 2250.00 |
| Housing Costs | 7305.00 |
The total estimated full time costs of $13,810.92 consists of $4,255.92 for Tuition, $2,250.00 for Books and Supplies, and $7,305.00 for Housing.
Admissions (as of 2022)
Welcome to MDC! MDC has admitted more than 2,000,000 students and counting, since it opened its doors in 1960. https://www.mdc.edu/admissions/
Accepted
Application Fee
Tuition Deposit
for Merit Scholarship
Resources for Transfer Students
https://www.mdc.edu/admissions/resources.aspx
https://www.mdc.edu/transcripts/
https://www.mdc.edu/transfer-information/transfer-agreements/
https://www.mdc.edu/financialaid/how-aid-works/transfer-students.aspx
https://www.mdc.edu/transfer-information/transferring-to-mdc/
Students are encouraged to apply for admission on the web at http://www.mdc.edu/admissions.
MDC has an open door admission policy; however, there is a registration deadline, therefore, admissions must be completed before the beginning of the semester in which you seek to enroll. For more information, please check the Academic Calendar https://www.mdc.edu/academics/calendar/.
Distance Learning (as of 2022)
MDC Online has provided award winning online credit courses to students since 1997. Our online courses use a learning management system (LMS) called Blackboard.
Same as local onsite students
$15 per credit hour
Students can do a completely online degree or mix and match online with on campus courses.
About MDC Online
https://www.mdc.edu/online/about-us.aspx
Online Degree Programs
https://www.mdc.edu/online/programs/default.aspx
Student Resources
- Associate in Science - A.S. Financial Services
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science - Marketing Management - Marketing
- Associate in Science - Accounting Technology
- Associate in Science - Criminal Justice Technology
Miami Dade College publishes Distance Learning courses on the FloridaShines Course Catalog. Students enrolled in other Florida public institutions can start registration as transient students directly from the catalog.
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The advisement staff is available to guide your college experience and help you navigate through the various steps and resources available. Contact an advisor https://www.mdc.edu/advisement/contact-an-advisor/.
The advisement staff is available to guide your college experience and help you navigate through the various steps and resources available. Contact an advisor https://www.mdc.edu/advisement/contact-an-advisor/.
Campus Life (as of 2022)
Each campus has a culture that is as diverse its student body. Each offers an opportunity for teamwork and leadership. https://www.mdc.edu/studentlife/
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| Marching Band | |
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| Symphony Orchestra | |
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| Theater |
The Student Life Department is where you can obtain your student ID card (MDC ID), parking decals, applications for student organizations, activities calendars, intramurals and more. Each campus has a culture that is as diverse its student body. Each offers an opportunity for teamwork and leadership. Can't find a club that suits your interests? You can start a new organization from scratch.
Sports
| Sport | Men's Team | Women's Team | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scholarships Available | |||
| Baseball | |||
| Basketball | |||
| Softball | |||
| Volleyball | |||
Dozens of national, state and conference titles. A who's who of All-Star pros. Outstanding facilities. Award-winning coaches. It all adds up to a premier athletics program that produces outstanding student athletes.
Home to baseball, softball, volleyball and basketball teams, the Miami Dade College Sharks have built a legacy of excellence.
See why stars get their start here. Get in touch with us to learn more about our program. • Primary Athletic Division is NJCAA - division 1 • Primary Athletic Conference - Southern Conference
- National Junior College Athletic
- FL Comm College South Conference
Returning Students (as of Fall 2022)
You need to complete the readmission application if you have applied or taken credit classes at MDC within the last three (3) years, but have not taken a credit class within the last year.