Macomb Community College

14500 E Twelve Mile Rd
Warren, MI 48088
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Tel: (586) 445-7999
www.macomb.edu
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  • As a publicly funded and community-based institution of higher education, Macomb Community College provides a comprehensive program of high-quality educational, enrichment, and economic development experiences designed to promote individual growth and social improvement.

School Highlights

Macomb Community College serves 19,628 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 33%.

Top Rankings

Macomb Community College ranks among the top 20% of community colleges in Michigan for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 1,054 teachers has grown by 141% over five years.
Macomb Community College(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/NontraditionalAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty1,054 staff224 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Macomb Community College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has decreased from 49:1 over five years.
The Macomb Community College diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment19,628 students3,456 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio19:115:1
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# Full-Time Students6,045 students1,325 students
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# Part-Time Students13,583 students2,131 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan		--
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% Asian
5%
2%
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% Hispanic
4%
5%
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% Black
11%
14%
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% White
70%
67%
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% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
1%
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% Unknown races
6%
7%
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Diversity Score0.490.52
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College Completion Rate
11%
19%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$34,600$30,700
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,440 is less than the state average of $4,914. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,711 is less than the state average of $6,836. The out-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$4,440$4,914
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Out-State Tuition Fees$5,711$6,836
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid57%87%
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Median Debt for Graduates$7,000$11,637
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Median Debt for Dropouts$3,500$5,500
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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • Macomb Community College has existed as a learning community since 1954 when classrooms were borrowed and fall enrollment was 84. Macomb, the second largest community college in Michigan, offers more of the kinds of programs to prepare people for life and work in the 21st century at many locations throughout Macomb County: Nearly 200 degree and certificate programs; nearly 40 bachelor's completion and master's degree programs at Macomb's University Center; pre-college programs to help high school students plan for their future; customized workforce training; certification and professional education; and community enrichment programs. Whether just starting college, changing career direction or learning just for fun, there's more at Macomb. Students enrolled in any one of the Macomb University Center's academic programs have at their disposal the educational and co-curricular resources of both the partner institutions and Macomb Community College. In devising its "best of both worlds" approach, Macomb believes it has created a unique plan for a unique student. Macomb Community College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Macomb Community College is Rochester University (13.3 miles away).
  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Rochester University
    Private not-for-profit
    1,087 students | 13.30 Mi800 West Avon Road
    Rochester Hills, MI 48307
    (248) 218-2011     13.301,087
  • Wayne County Community College District
    Public
    14,436 students | 13.50 Mi801 W. Fort Street
    Detroit, MI 48226
    (313) 496-2600     13.5014,436
  • Oakland Community College
    Public
    15,211 students | 14.40 Mi2480 Opdyke Rd
    Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
    (248) 341-2000     14.4015,211
  • Baker College of Auburn Hills
    Private, non-profit
    2,703 students | 16.80 Mi1500 University Drive
    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
    (248) 340-0600     16.802,703
  • Henry Ford College
    Public
    12,146 students | 18.40 Mi5101 Evergreen Rd
    Dearborn, MI 48128
    (313) 845-9600     18.4012,146
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Quick Stats (2022)
  • Students: 19,628 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,440
  • Out-state tuition: $5,711
  • Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 30%
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Did You Know?
For Michigan public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,914 per year for in-state students and $6,836 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 89%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Michigan community colleges have a diversity score of 0.52, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Michigan is Finlandia University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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