Miami Dade College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,367
Average Net Price
90%
Receive Aid
45%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Miami Dade College is $5,367 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,367

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$5,108
$30,001-48,000$6,372
$48,001-75,000$8,830
$75,001-110,000$9,796
$110,000+$9,102

Financial Aid

Miami Dade College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 90% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 45% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

90%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

45%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $1,987 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $1,987. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $4,387, which is 71% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,987

Out-of-State: $1,987

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,987
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,187

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,987
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,687

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,987
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,187

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,987
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,187

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,987
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$5,687

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,987
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$6,187

Cost Analysis

Analyze how MDC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Miami Dade College has decreased costs by $111, representing a 2.0% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$5,478

Current Year

$5,367

Change

$-111

Affordability & Value

Miami Dade College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid90%
Pell grant recipients45%
Student-faculty ratio17:1