Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 19.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 19.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,448
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 50.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $111/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $61,051 | $11,576 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $54,331 | $12,576 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $49,729 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $45,794 | $8,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $38,289 | $13,743 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $37,208 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $33,565 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $31,852 | $7,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,409 | $11,875 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $28,212 | $7,218 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $26,739 | $7,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $26,353 | |
| Human Services, General. | Associate | $25,525 | $7,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate | $23,745 | $6,875 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $21,508 |
Outcomes Overview
Delaware Technical Community College-Terry graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $10,500 and monthly loan payments of just $111. The debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a reasonable 0.25, meaning graduates owe about 25 cents for every dollar they earn annually. Monthly payments consume roughly 3.2% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's 94.6% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Delaware's healthcare, manufacturing, and service sectors. Many graduates transition into roles as medical assistants, automotive technicians, and business support specialists. With relatively low debt loads and solid employment prospects in practical fields, Delaware Tech-Terry delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.