Monroe County Community College
About Monroe County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Monroe County Community College teaches in southeastern Michigan, between Detroit and Toledo. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1964
Location
Monroe, Michigan
Students
1,435
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
$4,759
Out-of-state: $8,267
Avg Net Price
$4,586
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,646
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
65.2%
Transfer Out
21%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
42.9%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.1% graduation rate is below average, but 65.2% 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
$4,759
In-State
$8,267
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,540
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,465
After Financial Aid
$4,586
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,974
Receive Grants
24.3%
Take Loans
15.5%
Tuition is $4,759/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,586.
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 Monroe County Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.3%
Get Grants
Free money
15.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,854
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,296
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$130/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,296, 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 Monroe County Community College.
Gender
63.2%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,435
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
26%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 47.9% 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: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,435
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Monroe County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,646
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
144 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$28K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$63K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
13 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
8 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $42K 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.