School Highlights
Ross College-Grand Rapids North serves 263 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Ross College-Grand Rapids North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
Ross College-Grand Rapids North
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
224 staff
Student Body
The student population of Ross College-Grand Rapids North has grown by 155% over five years.
The Ross College-Grand Rapids North diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 64% over five years.
Total Enrollment
263 students
3,006 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
19:1
# Full-Time Students
263 students
904 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
2,102 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
263 students
965 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,448 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
188 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
41%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
7%
% Black
12%
16%
% White
3%
60%
% Hawaiian
29%
1%
% Two or more races
13%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
71%
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
20%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2018)
$9,500
$11,698
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2018)
$4,724
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross College-Grand Rapids North's ranking?
Ross College-Grand Rapids North ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Ross College-Grand Rapids North is Grand Rapids Community College (5.2 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
143 Bostwick Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 234-4000
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 234-4000
5.2 miles
Enrollment: 17,294 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 In-state tuition: $5,931 Out-state tuition: $8,571 Minority enrollment: 39%
2800 College Dr.
Sidney, MI 48885
(989) 328-2111
Sidney, MI 48885
(989) 328-2111
26.0 miles
Enrollment: 2,055 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 In-state tuition: $5,820 Out-state tuition: $8,430 Minority enrollment: 33%
84 E. Sprague Rd.
Ionia, MI 48846
(616) 527-4160
Ionia, MI 48846
(616) 527-4160
28.6 miles
Enrollment: 30 students
Baker College of Muskegon
Private, non-profit
1903 Marquette Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 777-8800
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 777-8800
32.0 miles
Enrollment: 3,481 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Private-state tuition: $8,280 Minority enrollment: 14%
221 S Quarterline Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9131
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-9131
32.3 miles
Enrollment: 5,144 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 In-state tuition: $5,276 Out-state tuition: $10,946 Minority enrollment: 24%
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