Gogebic Community College

  • GCC's state of the art campus on beautiful Mt. Zion sets the stage for mind clearing and big thinking. For over 85 years, we have been the small campus with the big commitment to your rewarding future offering over 55 associate degree and certificate programs! We also offer on campus housing, athletics, and one to one student support services. Where else can you fish the Lake Superior shores in the morning and hit the slopes by noon?

School Highlights

Gogebic Community College serves 945 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 28%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 945 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,653
  • Out-state tuition: $8,552
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 12%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Gogebic Community College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
99 staff
224 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Gogebic Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Gogebic Community College diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
945 students
2,783 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
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# Full-Time Students
488 students
1,079 students
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# Part-Time Students
457 students
1,704 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
832 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
488 students
1,115 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
457 students
1,615 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
96 students
178 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
2%
5%
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% Black
2%
12%
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% White
88%
72%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
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% Unknown races
2%
5%
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Diversity Score
0.22
0.46
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
21%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
3.79%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,500
$30,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,653 is more than the state average of $4,944. The in-state tuition has grown by 29% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,552 is more than the state average of $6,878. The out-state tuition has grown by 25% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,653
$4,944
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,552
$6,878
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Tuition Notes
Tuition/fees can vary depending on your residency. Please check with our admissions office at (906) 307-1207 or email admissions@gogebic.edu
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
87%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$10,480
$11,704
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
99%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ADAPT, Phi Theta Kappa, Religious Christian Groups, Student Senate

Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports, Intramural Athletics
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Gogebic Community College was founded in 1932 and is a public, 2 year community college. It is situated at the corner of Jackson Road and Greenbush Street on the southeast slope of Mt. Zion. The principal classroom buildings are the Rutger Erickson Academic Building, the Carl Kleimola Technical Center, and the Jacob Solin Center for Business Education. The three buildings are connected by walkways on two floors and surround a courtyard. In addition to classrooms, laboratories, and faculty offices, each building houses facilities and services for instructional support and student activities. A fourth building, the David G. Lindquist Student and Conference Center, is a focal point for student activities and athletics on campus and contains a gymnasium, walking track, weight rooms, lounges, Courtside Cafe and more. We offer excellent academic programs that transfer to baccalaureate institutions, career training programs, courses that will stimulate your imagination and personal growth. Whether you are making the initial transition to higher learning or coming back for continuing educational development, the college is focused on furthering your success. The college is accreditated by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Campus Suites Student Housing is located adjacent to the Lindquist Student and Conference Center and provides an opportunity for students to live on campus while attending GCC. Mt. Zion Winter Recreation Area is located on campus. GCC students with 6 credits or more ski free!

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gogebic Community College cost?
Gogebic Community College's tuition is approximately $7,653 for In-State students and $8,552 for Out-State students.
What sports does Gogebic Community College offer?
Gogebic Community College offers 1 interscholastic sports: Volleyball.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 945 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,653
  • Out-state tuition: $8,552
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 12%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Michigan public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,944 per year for in-state students and $6,878 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $11,103 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Michigan is 87%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Michigan community colleges have a diversity score of 0.46, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Michigan is Schoolcraft College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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