Gogebic Community College
About Gogebic Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Gogebic Community College teaches in Ironwood, in the far western Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1932
Location
Ironwood, Michigan
Students
511
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
35.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,800
Out-of-state: $7,530
Avg Net Price
$5,397
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,950
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
35.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.7%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 35.6% graduation rate is below average, but 63.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,800
In-State
$7,530
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,923
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,456
After Financial Aid
$5,397
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,212
Receive Grants
30.1%
Take Loans
17.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,456/yr, including $6,923 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $5,397.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Gogebic Community College fund their education.
While in School
30.1%
Get Grants
Free money
17.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$33,977
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,925
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,925, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Gogebic Community College.
Gender
64.2%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
511
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
19.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 39% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
511
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Gogebic Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 44 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
44
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
23
Men
21
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Gogebic Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,950
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$62K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
16 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$41K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
9 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
8 grads
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
6 grads
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.