- 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. This is Baker College’s flagship campus. The extensive campus contains modern classrooms with multi-media systems, offices, comfortable residence halls and apartments, state-of-the-art medical and computer labs, and a technology center—along with a library, a fitness center, bookstore and even a café. Although we have the facilities of a big-college campus, we offer a friendly and personal atmosphere. Classes are small. Instructors and staff are committed to doing what it takes to help you succeed.
School Highlights
Baker College serves 6,028 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 6,028 students
- Private-state tuition: $8,280
- Acceptance Rate: 54%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Baker College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 941 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Baker College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
941 staff
224 staff
Student Body
The student population of Baker College has declined by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The Baker College diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,028 students
2,783 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
2,280 students
1,079 students
# Part-Time Students
3,748 students
1,704 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
461 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,170 students
1,115 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
110 students
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,510 students
1,615 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
238 students
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
940 students
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
4%
5%
% Black
9%
12%
% White
80%
71%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
21%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
23.59%
3.79%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,600
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $8,280 is less than the state average of $11,103. The private state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$8,280
$11,103
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$26,219
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$11,940
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
54%
99%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Baker College cost?
Baker College's private state tuition is approximately $8,280.
What schools are Baker College often compared to?
Baker Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Baker College?
The acceptance rate of Baker College is 54%, which is lower than the state average of 99%. Baker College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Michigan with low acceptance rates.
What is Baker College's ranking?
Baker College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Lowest acceptance rates and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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