by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a DMC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how DMC measures up.
DMC is ranked #133 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within Texas, it ranks #7 of 184 for value.
These DMC majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | #36 of 966 |
| Nursing | #36 of 990 |
Read the full DMC value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Del Mar College is ranked #93 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #7 out of #184 for Texas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the DMC financial aid page to be sure.
Del Mar College is ranked #133 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Del Mar College is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at DMC costs about $9,140. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $36,561 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $12,811 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $3,399 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $9,140 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $36,561 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about DMC net price and the factors that affect it.
What DMC costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a DMC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $51,244 | — | — |
| All Students | $36,561 | #133 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $13,596 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $51,244 | — | — |
| All Students | $36,561 | #7 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $13,596 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at DMC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,320 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,840 |
| $48K–$75K | $6,768 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,141 |
| Over $110K | $12,022 |
About 39% of DMC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,721 per year. Get more details on the DMC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average DMC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.