Bay de Noc Community College

2001 N Lincoln Road
Escanaba, MI 49829
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  • Located in the heart of Michigan`s beautiful Upper Peninsula, Bay de Noc Community College (or commonly known as Bay College) has provided quality higher education for more than 40 years. Bay College is known in the region for its superior teaching and abundant learning. The campus is situated on 160 acres and services over 5,000 credit students each year, including those completing baccalaureate and master degree programs sponsored by partner universities.

School Highlights

Bay de Noc Community College serves 1,796 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American), which is less than the state average of 31%.

School Overview

The teacher population of 159 teachers has grown by 127% over five years.
Bay de Noc Community College(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate of Arts CollegesBaccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution LevelAt least 2 yrs but < 4 yrsFour or more years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty159 staff100 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Bay de Noc Community College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 29:1 over five years.
The Bay de Noc Community College diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has declined by 42% over five years.
Total Enrollment1,796 students3,505 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio11:135:1
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# Full-Time Students733 students1,591 students
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# Part-Time Students1,063 students1,914 students
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Total Dormitory Capacity		98288
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
3%
3%
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% Black
1%
14%
% White
88%
69%
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% Two or more races
4%
2%
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% Unknown races
1%
8%
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Diversity Score0.220.50
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College Completion Rate
16%
14%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$30,700$30,600
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Finances and Admission

The public in-state tuition of $5,300 is more than the state average of $5,223. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,600 is more than the state average of $7,110. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$5,300$5,223
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Out-State Tuition Fees$9,600$7,110
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Tuition NotesIn-state rate is annual fee for Delta County residents - 2020 tuition rates, for two semesters of 15 contact hours each. Includes tuition and related fees from 2020-2021 Educational Budgets from the financial aid office.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid89%89%
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Median Debt for Graduates$13,600$12,011
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Median Debt for Dropouts$6,000$5,500
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Sports

Total Sports Offered4 sports
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, SoftballBaseball, Basketball,
Cross Country, Softball,

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Club or Organization:
Art Club, Aspiring Educators Club, Bay Area Campus Ministry (BACM), Bay Area Water Tech Assoc. (BAWA), Bay College Anime Club, Bay College Automotive Club, Bay Skills USA, Bay West Coffee Klutch, Business Professionals of America (BPA), Campus Activities Board (CAB), Circle K, Early Childhood Educators Club, EMT and Paramedic Club, Gaming Galaxy, Norse Force, P.R.I.D.E. Organization, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Renage Writers, STEM Club, Student Nurse Association

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Bay College Volleyball Club
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • Bay College has grown from a modest beginning with a limited curriculum in 1963 to serving an enrollment of more than 2,300 students in the fall of 2005. Bay College also opened a new West Campus located in Iron Mountain in the fall of 2007. Partnerships with various four-year schools allow students to continue taking classes on the Escanaba campus and to gain a baccalaureate degree without leaving town. In addition to these partnerships, Bay College continues its traditional occupational programs aimed at giving students the skills to enter the work force, community service, and transfer programs. These transfer programs are designed to allow students to begin their post-secondary education and explore career interests at Bay College, later applying their two-year degree program at a major college or university. Bay College has a strong history of dedicating itself to offering academically excellent and affordable public education in our region. The college prepares students to be continuous learners who succeed upon transfer, work effectively in the contemporary workplace, and function as citizens and leaders in their communities. The College is accredited by the Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Quick Stats (2021)
  • Students: 1,796 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,300
  • Out-state tuition: $9,600
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 12%
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For Michigan public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,223 per year for in-state students and $7,110 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $11,115 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Michigan is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Michigan community colleges have a diversity score of 0.50, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Michigan is Henry Ford Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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