Kellogg Community College
About Kellogg Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kellogg Community College teaches in Battle Creek, the Michigan city that cereal built, and was endowed by the family that built it. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1956
Location
Battle Creek, Michigan
Students
2,971
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,118
Out-of-state: $8,282
Avg Net Price
$4,858
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,329
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
29.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
21.4%
$/Student
$13.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 29.9% graduation rate is below average, but 62% 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
$4,118
In-State
$8,282
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,420
After Financial Aid
$4,858
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,924
Receive Grants
25.5%
Take Loans
24.6%
Tuition is $4,118/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,858.
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 Kellogg Community College fund their education.
While in School
25.5%
Get Grants
Free money
24.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,900
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$17,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$180/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 24.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $17,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Kellogg Community College.
Gender
71.5%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,971
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 72% of the student body. 48% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,971
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Kellogg Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 124 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
124
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
61
Men
63
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kellogg Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,329
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$33K
167 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
118 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$38K
52 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
26 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$40K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
20 grads
Median earnings are $38K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.