Top Wayne County Community Colleges
- For the 2018-19 school year, there are 4 top community colleges in Wayne County, Michigan, serving 44,030 students.
- The average community college acceptance rate in Michigan is 71% (view national acceptance rates).
- Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), and the student:teacher ratio is 45:1.
Top Wayne County Community Colleges (2018-19)
- College Location Students
- Baker College of Allen ParkPrivate, non-profit4500 Enterprise Dr
Allen Park, MI 48101
(313)425-3700 3,372 students - 5101 Evergreen Rd
Dearborn, MI 48128
(313)845-9600 13,790 students - 801 W. Fort Street
Detroit, MI 48226
(313)496-2600 16,310 students
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