Miami Dade College is proud to be recognized with the 2024 Carnegie Elective Classification for Leadership for Public Purpose as part of the inaugural group of institutions to receive this Designation. MDC is dedicated to excellence in education and committed to our mission of driving economic mobility by shaping leaders who go on to make a meaningful impact in our community and beyond.

Incorporating leadership in educational quality shapes well-rounded individuals who climb the ladder of social mobility and the ripple effect on families in our community is far-reaching.

Did you know:
- MDC’s economic mobility index ranked #1 among Florida’s predominantly associate degree-granting institutions with Pell student percentages above 50%.
- For every $1 invested in their education, MDC students receive $4.70 in lifetime earnings, and society gains $10.30 in added income and social savings.
- Ranked #1 for four consecutive years in students earning Industry Certifications, an economic impact study calculates a $3.4 billion total annual impact in our community, with MDC activities and its students supporting 1 out of every 38 jobs in Miami-Dade County.

Learn more about how MDC is inspiring the next generation and serving as an economic leader through the transformative power of education. #CarnegieLPP2024 #BeMDC