Metropolitan Community College Area Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $3,375
- Out-of-State Tuition: $4,950
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Metropolitan Community College Area:
- Total Enrollment: 16,642, including 3,156 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 48% men, 52% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 29%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 14%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 60%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 146 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 24 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
Metropolitan Community College Area Overview
Metropolitan Community College Area is a 2-4 year, public school located in Omaha, NE. It is classified as urban-serving Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The Metropolitan Community College Area's tuition & fees is $3,375 for Nebraska residents and $4,950 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 32% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,141.
The school has a total enrollment of 16,642 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
Metropolitan Community College Area is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Metropolitan Community College Area is $3,375 for in-state students and $4,950 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $3,467 for Nebraska residents and $5,089 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $3,375 | $4,950 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $3,467 | $5,089 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Metropolitan Community College Area offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Metropolitan Community College Area
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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