A new partnership between DCCC and Thomas Jefferson University provides as much as half off tuition; in-person, online, hybrid, certificate, and graduate education opportunities; and a variety of other benefits to DCCC full-time and part-time staff, faculty, members of the Board of Trustees, and immediate family members of these groups and alumni. 

Through this Community College Educational Alliance Program, participants can access a wide range of education options, ranging from Nursing to Respiratory Therapy to Finance to Information Technology, aimed at fostering career advancement and lifelong learning. This exciting new partnership allows participants to take the next step in their academic journey, expand their expertise in a challenging job market, and ultimately make an impact in their chosen career, with the discounted tuition making the process more accessible for families.

“At Jefferson, we understand the profound impact that collaboration has in shaping a dynamic educational environment,” said Dr. Susan Aldridge, President of Thomas Jefferson University. “Collectively, through this program, we are cultivating the growth of a robust and resilient ecosystem, to enhance the lives of its members within the community at both Jefferson and Delaware County Community College.”

“The College recognizes the vital role played by faculty and staff in the success of our students and the institution,” said Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, President of Delaware County Community College. “By providing our employees and Trustees and their families — as well as alumni — with new educational and development opportunities, this partnership is a strong addition to our comprehensive program of benefits.”

Jefferson offers an extensive selection of over 200 degrees and certificate programs, in ten areas of interest, which provide a diverse range of options to tailor an academic journey.

These areas drive students beyond the traditional limits of academics to inspire change and include:

• Architecture
• Business
• Design
• Engineering
• Fashion & Textiles
• Health
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Science
• Social Science

The partnership offers discounted tuition designed to enrich academic journeys while helping to alleviate financial burdens. Benefits include up to 50 percent discount on select undergraduate programs and a 10 percent discount on select graduate degrees, certificates, and doctoral programs.

Those eligible to participate through DCCC are:

• Current employees and faculty (including part-time).
• Active Board of Trustees members.
• Immediate family members of employees, faculty, and trustees.
• Alumni (excluding immediate family members).

Explore the full spectrum of reduced tuition rates, and access the comprehensive list at Jefferson. 

Learn more at DCCC. For 57 years, Delaware County Community College has served as the center of educational opportunity for residents of Delaware and Chester Counties.