Kirtland Community College
About Kirtland Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kirtland Community College teaches in Grayling, in the forests of northern Michigan, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Grayling, Michigan
Students
1,023
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,190
Out-of-state: $9,870
Avg Net Price
$7,456
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,831
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
34.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.5%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
68.8%
$/Student
$5.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.1% graduation rate is below average, but 61.5% 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
$5,190
In-State
$9,870
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,980
Books & Supplies
$2,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,990
After Financial Aid
$7,456
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,396
Receive Grants
35.5%
Take Loans
27.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,990/yr, including $10,980 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,456.
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 Kirtland Community College fund their education.
While in School
35.5%
Get Grants
Free money
27.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,327
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,067
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$139/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,067, 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 Kirtland Community College.
Gender
65.4%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,023
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 46.5% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,023
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
Kirtland Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 70 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
70
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
42
Men
28
Women
5
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kirtland Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,831
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
93 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$59K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
8 grads
Accounting and Related Services
—
8 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $36K 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.