- Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. MCC provides high quality educational programs and services, primarily in career preparation and general education, to people of all ages and educational backgrounds.
School Highlights
Metropolitan Community College Area serves 16,642 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 16,642 students
- In-state tuition: $2,610
- Out-state tuition: $3,803
- Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
- Minority enrollment: 51%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Community College Area ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 443 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Metropolitan Community College Area
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
443 staff
16 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Metropolitan Community College Area has declined by 20% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Metropolitan Community College Area diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
16,642 students
846 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
5,234 students
138 students
# Part-Time Students
11,408 students
708 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
932 students
301 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,234 students
131 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
11,408 students
708 students
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
18%
16%
% Black
11%
6%
% White
49%
62%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
13%
8%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
51%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,000
$31,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,610 is less than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,803 is less than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,610
$4,615
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,803
$5,803
Tuition Notes
$70.00 per credit hour for Nebraska Residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,891
$11,004
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,668
$5,330
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Metropolitan Community College Area cost?
Metropolitan Community College Area's tuition is approximately $2,610 for In-State students and $3,803 for Out-State students.
What schools are Metropolitan Community College Area often compared to?
Metropolitan Community College Areais often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Community College Area by visitors of our site.
What is Metropolitan Community College Area's ranking?
Metropolitan Community College Area ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nebraska for: Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Community College Area located?
Metropolitan Community College Area is located in the East Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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