We, of Henry Ford Community College, are dedicated to the education and enrichment of our students and community. As a comprehensive community college with a diverse student population, we value teaching and learning. To prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and workplace, we are committed to providing knowledge, communication skills, and cultural opportunities. We foster critical thinking, creativity, integrity, and self-esteem.
School Highlights
Henry Ford College serves 11,345 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 11,345 students
In-state tuition: $4,132
Out-state tuition: $4,252
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 39%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Henry Ford College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 18:1 over five years.
The Henry Ford College diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,345 students
2,783 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
4,051 students
1,079 students
# Part-Time Students
7,294 students
1,704 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
790 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,051 students
1,079 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,294 students
1,615 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
5%
% Black
12%
12%
% White
61%
71%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
17%
6%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
6%
14%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
10.43%
3.79%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,500
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,132 is less than the state average of $4,928. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,252 is less than the state average of $6,848. The out-state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,132
$4,928
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,252
$6,848
Tuition Notes
Out of District $130
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,276
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
99%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
HFCC has more than 50 years experience delivering specialized
training to business and industry. It was the first community
college in the nation to work with union and management leaderships
to design and deliver joint training programs. The corporate
training division of the college has served more than 68,000
employees, 575 different businesses and nearly 400 individuals in
workplace training programs. The staff of the University Transfer,
Advising and Career Counseling Center can assist you with selecting
a career path and planning the courses necessary to complete your
educational goals. Whether your goal is to transfer to a university
or complete a program that will prepare you to enter the workforce
immediately, HFCC's licensed professional counselors can help you.
At Henry Ford Community College, we believe in rewarding academic
excellence by helping finance students' education through
scholarships. They are made possible by the HFCC Trustees, the HFCC
Foundation Board, generous alumni, other friends of the College,
local businesses, organizations, faculty, staff, and those who
believe in your future and in the value of education. Henry Ford
Community College is accredited by the The Higher Learning
Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools and the Michigan Commission on College
Accreditation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Henry Ford College cost?
Henry Ford College's tuition is approximately $4,132 for In-State students and $4,252 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 11,345 students
In-state tuition: $4,132
Out-state tuition: $4,252
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 39%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
