Montcalm Community College
About Montcalm Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Montcalm Community College teaches in the farm country of central Michigan. Nursing and film and photography are among its largest programs, and a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1965
Location
Sidney, Michigan
Students
1,122
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,662
Out-of-state: $10,362
Avg Net Price
$7,280
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,499
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
30.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.8%
Transfer Out
25%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
61.2%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.6% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,662
In-State
$10,362
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,702
After Financial Aid
$7,280
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,280
Receive Grants
30.4%
Take Loans
11.9%
Tuition is $4,662/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,280.
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 Montcalm Community College fund their education.
While in School
30.4%
Get Grants
Free money
11.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,720
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$16,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$175/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 11.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $16,500. 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 Montcalm Community College.
Gender
62.5%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,122
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.5%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
32.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 48.5% 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
1,122
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Montcalm Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 96 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
96
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
47
Men
49
Women
5
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Montcalm Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,499
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
—
8 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
7 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
4 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
4 grads
Median earnings are $35K 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.