- 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 3,469 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 3,469 students
- In-state tuition: $149
- Out-state tuition: $225
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 24%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 393 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Kellogg Community College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
393 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Kellogg Community College has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Kellogg Community College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has declined by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,469 students
2,783 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
897 students
1,079 students
# Part-Time Students
2,572 students
1,704 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
264 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
897 students
1,115 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,572 students
1,615 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
5%
5%
% Black
6%
12%
% White
76%
71%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
7%
6%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
15%
21%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
3.79%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,800
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $149 is less than the state average of $4,944. 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 $6,878. The out-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$149
$4,944
Out-State Tuition Fees
$225
$6,878
Tuition Notes
Per credit hour.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$17,016
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
99%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball
Source: 2021 (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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