Is Delgado Community College worth it?
Delgado Community College is a public, two-year institution in New Orleans, Louisiana (large city). It awarded 2,923 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in general studies, registered nursing and accounting technology bookkeeping.
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Federal context for Delgado Community College
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$40,135
Median earnings 4 years after
$48,141
Median earnings 10 years after
$33,305
Average net price
$9,747
Completion rate
24%
Completions (2024)
2,923
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
11,668
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $75,597 | $82,163 | 266 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $26,311 | $42,920 | 156 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $57,847 | $62,005 | 87 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $27,509 | $40,697 | 69 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $45,773 | $55,682 | 65 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | $37,206 | $44,673 | 62 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Associate | $21,709 | $34,540 | 44 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Associate | $29,506 | $42,677 | 42 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $42,416 | $63,070 | 41 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $15,278 | $26,805 | 39 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $30,212 | $39,388 | 37 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $32,550 | $52,614 | 36 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $47,284 | $51,677 | 35 |
| Data Processing | Associate | $28,515 | $45,367 | 33 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $29,276 | $35,739 | 32 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 625 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 287 |
| General Studies | Associate | 165 |
| Real Estate | Certificate under 12 weeks | 128 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 76 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | Certificate under 12 weeks | 74 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 68 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 68 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 61 |
| Cloud Computing | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 57 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 46% | 9,921 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 2,214 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 9% | 2,024 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,005 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 937 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 834 |
| Educational Services | 4% | 802 |
| Construction | 3% | 581 |
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Sources: federal figures for Delgado Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Louisiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
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