- Montcalm Community College creates a learning community in which educated and trained people contribute to the economic, cultural and social well-being.
School Highlights
Montcalm Community College serves 2,055 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,055 students
- In-state tuition: $5,820
- Out-state tuition: $8,430
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 33%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 133 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Montcalm Community College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
133 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Montcalm Community College has grown by 34% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Montcalm Community College diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,055 students
2,154 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
341 students
878 students
# Part-Time Students
1,714 students
1,714 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
205 students
225 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
341 students
889 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,714 students
1,714 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
4%
% Hispanic
4%
7%
% Black
1%
16%
% White
67%
60%
% Hawaiian
2%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
24%
6%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.379%
0.2881%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2071%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,000
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,820 is more than the state average of $4,952. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,430 is more than the state average of $6,896. The out-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,820
$4,952
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,430
$6,896
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,189
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,348
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
98%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Montcalm Community College began in fall 1963 as an idea in the minds of a group of public-spirited citizens. It had become obvious to the people of Montcalm County that such factors as distance to existing colleges, rising educational costs, increasing demands upon institutions of higher education and the growing specialization of the work force were combining to form a mandate for local post-high school education. MCC has progressed steadily since its approval by area voters in 1965. Credit courses are available to students desiring selected classes or classes leading to a certificate or degree. Upgrading and retraining courses, a wide variety of non-credit and recreation courses, employment services, counseling, financial aid assistance, career planning services and tutoring are also available. A dedicated staff, student body and community have helped make the dream of 1963 a viable community college ' a learning community dedicated to meeting the educational needs of the people it serves. Whether you're looking for credit or non-credit classes, personal or professional development, or cultural or recreational pursuits, you're looking at the right place -- Montcalm Community College, your community college. Our goal is to provide excellent learning in a convenient manner. The college has enjoyed a long history of accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montcalm Community College cost?
Montcalm Community College's tuition is approximately $5,820 for In-State students and $8,430 for Out-State students.
What schools are Montcalm Community College often compared to?
Montcalm Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Rapids Community College by visitors of our site.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Montcalm Community College is School of Missionary Aviation Technology (21.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Students
School of Missionary Aviation Technology
Private not-for-profit
84 E. Sprague Rd.
Ionia, MI 48846
(616) 527-4160
Ionia, MI 48846
(616) 527-4160
21.1 miles
| 30 students
Ross College-Grand Rapids North
Private for-profit
1624 Woodworth NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 588-2203
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 588-2203
26.0 miles
| 263 students
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 234-4000
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 234-4000
30.3 miles
| 17,294 students
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Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 317-4760
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 317-4760
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Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 483-1957
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(517) 483-1957
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