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School Highlights
Glen Oaks Community College serves 1,068 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 86%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- In-state tuition: $4,476
- Out-state tuition: $5,268
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Glen Oaks Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Glen Oaks Community College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
91 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Glen Oaks Community College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Glen Oaks Community College diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,068 students
2,074 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
357 students
726 students
# Part-Time Students
711 students
1,348 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
743 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
357 students
737 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
711 students
1,287 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
108 students
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
3%
14%
% Hispanic
1%
n/a
% Black
11%
6%
% White
4%
14%
% Hawaiian
78%
56%
% Two or more races
2%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3962%
0.2325%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2287%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,400
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,476 is less than the state average of $4,952. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,268 is less than the state average of $6,896. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,476
$4,952
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,268
$6,896
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
98%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Glen Oaks Community College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution, encompassing a commitment to college transfer courses, vocational-technical education programs, lifelong education, community services, and student support programs. Glen Oaks Community College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, providing a supportive environment and maintaining high expectations for achievement. The Glen Oaks environment is characterized by a genuine, caring, concern for all individuals. Glen Oaks is committed to being an integral part of the community it serves. All citizens who can benefit should have access to the College's programs and services. Glen Oaks prides itself on the fact that thousands of its graduates have successfully transferred to 4-year colleges and universities and gone on to make significant contributions in their chosen career fields. Smooth transfer of credits from Glen Oaks is assured if you fulfill the requirements for the transfer associate degrees. Glen Oaks Community College received approval from the State of Michigan in 1965 to offer collegiate level courses. Full accreditation status was conferred upon Glen Oaks by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (NCA) in April, 1975.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Glen Oaks Community College cost?
Glen Oaks Community College's tuition is approximately $4,476 for In-State students and $5,268 for Out-State students.
What is Glen Oaks Community College's ranking?
Glen Oaks Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition.
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