Baker College of Cadillac

9600 E 13th St
Cadillac, MI 49601
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Baker College is the largest independent college in Michigan with the most focused approach to education and training available. Our mission is to prepare you for meaningful employment. We’re proud to have a 97 percent employment rate among our available graduates. In addition, all our graduates receive Lifetime Employment Assistance—free and forever. For twenty years, the Cadillac campus has been bringing highly needed post-secondary education alternatives to northwestern Michigan. Located just outside the city on over 50 acres of rolling woods, the campus mirrors the friendly, small-town feel of the surrounding community. At the same time, this is a state-of-the-art educational institution. The Cadillac campus boasts many new and renovated labs, classrooms, and multipurpose facilities. All of them feature the latest technologies for Computing, Health Services, and other in-demand programs. At Baker, our Academic Office is designed to meet all of your academic concerns. Our counselors are trained to help you achieve your educational objectives. If you are in need of academic, career, or personal counseling we provide you with the appropriate information and resources to help achieve your academic goals.

School Highlights

Baker College of Cadillac serves 1,340 students (54% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is lower than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 1,340 students
  • Private-state tuition: $8,280
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 3%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Baker College of Cadillac ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Baker College of Cadillac
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Schools of business and management
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, non-profit
Public
Year Founded
1911
Campus Size
66 acres
Total Faculty
52 staff
70 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Your future starts here.

Student Body

The student population of Baker College of Cadillac has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Baker College of Cadillac diversity score of 0.06 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,340 students
2,473 students

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
717 students
889 students

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
623 students
1,584 students

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,336 students
2,151 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
717 students
961 students

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
619 students
1,658 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
4 students
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
32 students
114 students
% White
97%
60%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Unknown races
3%
8%
Diversity Score
0.06
0.60
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,600
$30,600

Tuition & Financial Aid

The private state tuition of $8,280 is less than the state average of $9,806. The private state tuition has grown by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$8,280
$9,806
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
89%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$24,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,485
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
75%
81%

Sports

School Mascot
Bees
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Baker College of Cadillac cost?
Baker College of Cadillac's private state tuition is approximately $8,280.
What is the acceptance rate of Baker College of Cadillac?
The acceptance rate of Baker College of Cadillac is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 81%.
What is Baker College of Cadillac's ranking?
Baker College of Cadillac ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 1,340 students
  • Private-state tuition: $8,280
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 3%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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