Kellogg Community College

  • Kellogg Community College is a public institution of higher learning which shall provide academic, occupational, general, and lifelong learning opportunities for all people in its district and contiguous service area. The College shall maintain close ties with community-based organizations and business and professional groups; exercise a leadership role in the educational advancement of the area; promote innovation and preparation for change; and provide support and assistance in economic development activities.

School Highlights

Kellogg Community College serves 4,036 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 4,036 students
  • In-state tuition: $149
  • Out-state tuition: $225
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 31%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 216 teachers has declined by 45% over five years.
Kellogg Community College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1956
Total Faculty
216 staff
70 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality education to enrich our community and the lives of individual learners.'

Student Body

The student population of Kellogg Community College has grown by 16% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Kellogg Community College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,036 students
2,473 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
942 students
889 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
3,094 students
1,584 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,036 students
2,151 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
942 students
961 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,094 students
1,658 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
3%

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

% Hispanic
8%
7%

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

% Black
11%
16%

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

% White
69%
60%

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

% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Unknown races
5%
8%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.60

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
8%
31%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,800
$30,600

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $149 is less than the state average of $4,930. The in-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $225 is less than the state average of $6,838. The out-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$149
$4,930

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

Out-State Tuition Fees
$225
$6,838
Tuition Notes
Per credit hour.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
89%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$17,016
$11,915

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
BowlingCross Country
SoccerVolleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Kellogg Community College was founded in 1956 by the Battle Creek Board of Education which operated it until 1970 when voters created an area-wide college district.The College, situated on sites in Battle Creek, Albion (Eastern Academic Center), Coldwater (Grahl Center), Hastings (Fehsenfeld Center), and Ft. Custer Industrial Park (Regional Manufacturing Technology Center), offers nearly 100 pre-professional college/university transfer curricula; approximately 40 occupational associate degree programs in health, business, secretarial, technical and public science fields; and over 30 certificate programs aimed toward job preparation; and related training for apprenticeships. KCC provides customized training services designed and delivered to area businesses and institutions and a wide range of lifelong learning programs for personal enrichment. Over the past several years, hundreds of area businesses have received specialized training for thousands of employees and dozens of small businesses and individuals through the College's customized training programs. The institution shall provide a comprehensive range of curricula, courses, activities, and services, limited only by the responsible management of its financial, personnel, and physical resources. The College was fully reaccredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools during the spring semester of 2002.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kellogg Community College cost?
Kellogg Community College's tuition is approximately $149 for In-State students and $225 for Out-State students.
What sports does Kellogg Community College offer?
Kellogg Community College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 4,036 students
  • In-state tuition: $149
  • Out-state tuition: $225
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 31%
  • Source: Verified school update

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For Michigan public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,930 per year for in-state students and $6,838 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $9,806 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Michigan is 85%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Michigan community colleges have a diversity score of 0.60, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Michigan is Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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