Muskegon Community College
About Muskegon Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Muskegon Community College teaches on the Lake Michigan shore in western Michigan. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, and a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1926
Location
Muskegon, Michigan
Students
2,760
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,250
Out-of-state: $16,010
Avg Net Price
$4,005
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,549
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
28.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.5%
Transfer Out
25%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.5% graduation rate is below average, but 69.5% 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
$7,250
In-State
$16,010
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,150
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,178
After Financial Aid
$4,005
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,708
Receive Grants
29.1%
Take Loans
5.7%
Tuition is $7,250/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,005.
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 Muskegon Community College fund their education.
While in School
29.1%
Get Grants
Free money
5.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,197
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,125
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$97/mo
Monthly Payment
0.4%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,125, and less than 0.4% 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 Muskegon Community College.
Gender
60.5%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,760
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.7%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
27%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 41.7% 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
2,760
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
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Muskegon Community College fields 12 varsity teams with 245 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
245
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
143
Men
102
Women
10
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Muskegon Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,549
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
289 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$58K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
—
18 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
12 grads
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $37K 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.