- WCCCD’s mission is to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve their goals through accessible services, culturally diverse experiences and globally competitive higher education and career advancement programs.
School Highlights
Wayne County Community College District serves 11,887 students (17% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 11,887 students
- In-state tuition: $3,052
- Out-state tuition: $3,772
- Minority enrollment: 83%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Wayne County Community College District ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 211 teachers has declined by 70% over five years.
Wayne County Community College District
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
211 staff
70 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wayne County Community College District has grown by 10% over five years.
The Wayne County Community College District diversity score of 0.46 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,887 students
2,149 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
56:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
2,041 students
889 students
# Part-Time Students
9,846 students
1,584 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
11,887 students
2,151 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,041 students
961 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,846 students
1,658 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
2%
7%
% Black
71%
16%
% White
17%
60%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
13%
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,800
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,052 is less than the state average of $4,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,772 is less than the state average of $6,808. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,052
$4,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,772
$6,808
Tuition Notes
$112.00 per credit hour for district residents.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
67%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,250
$11,915
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,957
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Wayne County Community College District has completed 35 years of uninterrupted operation and development of comprehensive educational services. Both directly and indirectly, our students and the 2.3 million people living within the College's service district have enjoyed the benefits of constantly improved instructional programs and community services. The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) is a multi-campus multi-cultural institution seeking to improve the quality of life in our communities. WCCCD provides affordable higher education and flexible training opportunities through a diverse catalog of courses, programs, and initiatives. The College's five campuses are located in industrial, rural and metropolitan areas where a major share of Michigan's technical and skilled occupations is located. Because of the diversity of its service areas, WCCCD places a strong emphasis on occupational and career programs, and traditional college and university transfer programs, including those within the liberal arts discipline. For many of our students the college offers an opportunity to transfer to four – year colleges or universities to obtain advanced degrees. Others pursue self-enrichment through a wide variety of non-credit workshops, from personal financial planning and property management to basic and intermediate computer skill training, through the college's Community Education Department. Wayne County Community College District has received a 10-year accreditation at the associate's degree levels by the Commission on Institutions Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wayne County Community College District cost?
Wayne County Community College District's tuition is approximately $3,052 for In-State students and $3,772 for Out-State students.
What is Wayne County Community College District's ranking?
Wayne County Community College District ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Wayne County Community College District located?
Wayne County Community College District is located in the West Side Industrial neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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