Welcome to the Admissions Office at Delaware County Community College. Here you can obtain the education and training you need for the career you want thanks to the rigorous programs and support at DCCC.
The College welcomes all students, including international students. Learn more about application procedures for all students below.
Dr. Cronin’s Welcome message in English
Dr. Cronin’s Welcome message in Spanish
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New Students
Returning Students
International Students
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High School Students
The College’s High School Dual Enrollment Program gives students the opportunity to earn college credits while they’re still in high school at a fraction of the cost. For more information, visit www.dccc.edu/highschool
Allied Health & Nursing Students
To apply for admission to the Nursing Program (RN), you should:
- Attend an information session. To find out about upcoming sessions, visit the Admissions Events calendar.
- Follow the instructions as outlined in the Nursing Entrance Requirements Packet- Fall 2025.
- After attending an information session and completing the nursing pre-requisite requirements as listed in the nursing packet, petition for the program by visiting dccc.edu/apply. *You must have previously completed the general application for admission before you can submit your online petition.
If you would like to apply for admission to the Surgical Technology program, you must:
- Attend an information session. To find out about upcoming sessions, see the Admissions Event calendar.
- Follow the instructions as outlined in the Surgical Technology Entrance Requirements Packet – Fall 2025.
- After attending an information session and completing any surgical technology pre-requisite requirements as listed in the surgical technolgy packet, petition for the program by visiting dccc.edu/apply. *You must have previously completed the general application for admission before you can submit your online petition.
Adult Students
At DCCC we make it possible to return to the classroom with flexible scheduling, five locations and online courses. Whether you’re trying to move ahead in your career with a certificate program, begin one of the College’s degree programs or enrich your life through learning, the College has all the resources you need. Go to www.dccc.edu/adults for more information.
Veterans
The College has a comprehensive curriculum that can provide education and training to student veterans. Learn More
Visiting Students
Students at other colleges can take classes here during fall, spring, summer and winter sessions as visiting students and transfer the credits back to their school. Go to www.dccc.edu/visiting for more information.
Police Academy
The College’s Municipal Police Academy is a leader in providing local and regional departments with qualified and prepared candidates. Learn More
Students with Disabilities
The College ensures equal access to all of its educational opportunities for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act, 2008. Learn More
Transfer to DCCC
Students who have previously attended another regionally accredited college can transfer credits to the College. Go to www.dccc.edu/transfer-in for more information.
UPS Earn & Learn Program
Through the Earn and Learn Tuition Assistance Program, students who are part-time UPS employees can receive thousands of dollars to help with college expenses.
Visit dccc.edu/ups for more information.