by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Delta College, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Delta College came in at $7,550 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $7,880. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees came to $830 in-state and $830 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,720 | $7,050 |
| Fees | $830 | $830 |
| Total | $7,550 | $7,880 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Delta College charge if you go part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For perspective, here is how Delta College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In MI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, Delta College is a relative bargain.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Delta College Financial Aid page for details.
The table below shows how tuition at Delta College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $6,060 | $6,300 |
| Two Years Ago | $6,150 | $6,420 |
| One Year Ago | $6,420 | $6,720 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,720 | $7,050 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Delta College has moved over recent reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition moved up 4.9%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $8,266 next year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 3.25%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $7,795. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 3.54%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $8,158.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $7,795 | $8,158 |
| In 2 Years | $8,048 | $8,446 |
| In 3 Years | $8,309 | $8,745 |
| In 4 Years | $8,579 | $9,054 |
| In 5 Years | $8,857 | $9,374 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $34,403, versus roughly $32,731 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Delta College, go to the Delta College Financial Aid page.
