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Louisiana Delta Community College, also known as Delta, is a two-year, public college in Monroe, Louisiana. The college, which opened for classes in 2001, offers associate’s degree programs, certificate programs, and various other courses as well. Subject areas include liberal arts, general studies, business, technology, nursing, and applied sciences. The college also offers a high school bridge program.
Louisiana Delta Community College has a Student Government Association that represents the students as well as several clubs and organizations such as TEAM Delta (Technology, Engineering and Modeling), Sciquest Delta Science Club, Delta Early Childhood Organization, Delta Christian Fellowship Club, and the Behavioral and Social Science Club. Financial aid is offered through programs like the Academic Competitiveness Grant, and the Louisiana Go Grant. It also provides foundation scholarships like the Carol B. Coltharp Memorial Business Scholarship, the Glen B. Roscoe Scholarship, and the Staci R. Aucoin Memorial Scholarship.
The campus of Louisiana Delta Community College is in Monroe, LA, which is a small city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Louisiana Delta Community College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Louisiana Delta Community College is known for its programs in business and management, family and social work, and liberal arts.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, Louisiana Delta Community College had 1,293 students enrolled (761 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Louisiana Delta Community College, an open admissions, associate degree granting, public institution serving the northeastern region of Louisiana, provides high quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. Supported by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, a dedicated faculty and staff fulfill this mission through their commitment to student achievement, academic excellence, lifelong learning, and the use of current technology."
More complete details are provided below.
Louisiana Delta Community College
4014 LaSalle St.
Monroe, LA 71203
General Phone: (866) 500-5322
http://www.ladelta.cc.la.us
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 37 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences, liberal arts and humanities |
| Business and Management | 33 | business |
| Family and Social Work | 8 | child care provider |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 0 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Louisiana Delta Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 72 | 6 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 6 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Louisiana Delta Community College had a total enrollment of 1,293 students (761 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 31% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 14% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Monroe, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,544 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,234 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Louisiana Delta Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 4130100)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $45,389 | 3 | $45,214 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $40,748 | 8 | $46,475 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $32,535 | 7 | $37,211 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 16 | $37,755 | 18 | $42,662 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Louisiana Delta Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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