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Delaware County Community College
Media, Pennsylvania · Public community college
Address: 901 S Media Line Rd, Media, PA 19063 · Phone: (610) 359-5000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Delaware County Community College is a public trade and career school in Media, Pennsylvania, offering medical billing & coding, electrician, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Delaware County Community College has a 24.1% completion rate, below the state average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $13,250 and median earnings of $45,391 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Delaware County Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 41.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $37,490 | $46,840 | $60,510 |
| Electricians | $45,600 | $67,600 | $95,500 |
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,600 | $49,800 | $62,780 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,970 | $62,400 | $74,620 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,480 | $43,310 | $47,480 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,130 | $62,680 | $72,020 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,510 | $52,900 | $61,920 |
| Construction laborers | $37,480 | $49,400 | $61,810 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $39,040 | $63,860 | $81,790 |
| Machinists | $39,620 | $57,810 | $63,700 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $46,770 | $68,080 | $91,820 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 21 | not reported | $30,771 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | $26,648 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $26,648 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 15 | $34,737 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $47,766 | $45,919 | $17,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $47,766 | $45,919 | $17,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $31,530 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | $31,530 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $31,530 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | $26,648 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Delaware County Community College is a public trade and career school located in Media, Pennsylvania, a large suburb. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. The campus offers 32 trade and career program families, with the highest enrollments in medical billing & coding programs, electrician schools, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 24.1%, which is below the state average of 66.2%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $13,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $45,391. About 41.2% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 204 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 6,861, this campus offers a mix of shorter career-training programs and longer credentialed tracks. The range of program families, from welding and HVAC to surgical technology and culinary arts, may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed here. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status and review current outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Delaware County Community College offers 32 program families, with the highest enrollments in medical billing & coding programs, electrician schools, and medical assistant programs. Other offerings include HVAC, welding, culinary, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 24.1%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,250, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,391, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (610) 359-5000 or visit https://www.dccc.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which generally means lower published tuition rates for in-state residents compared to for-profit institutions, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?211927.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of career-focused program families such as electrician, HVAC, and medical assistant training, which may suit adult career changers, though specific scheduling details for working adults are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Delaware County Community College at (610) 359-5000 or through its website, https://www.dccc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard link for comparisons with other institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.