Dallas College

Dallas College is a public four-year institution located in Dallas, Texas, within a large city setting. The college enrolls 99,774 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 47.67 out of 100. Its completion rate is 36% (IPEDS 2023), and its retention rate is 89% (IPEDS 2023).

Dallas College offers an extensive array of workforce and technical programs across multiple sectors. In technology, students can pursue Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Cloud Computing, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, and Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design. Skilled trades programs include Electrician, Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician, and Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician. Culinary credentials include Culinary Arts/Chef Training and Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef. Construction offerings include Construction Engineering Technology/Technician and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General. Programs are offered at both one-to-two-year and two-to-four-year certificate levels, as well as through Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician.

As one of the largest community college systems in the United States, Dallas College serves the diverse workforce needs of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Its broad program catalog addresses demand across technology, construction, culinary arts, and transportation industries.