- Washtenaw Community College has made education accessible and affordable for people in the greater Washtenaw County area for over 35 years. Comprehensive training partnerships with local and national businesses and organizations, and transfer agreements with the University of Michigan, Eastern Michigan University, and UM-Dearborn make WCC an important asset in the economic and academic welfare of its community.
School Highlights
Washtenaw Community College serves 20,205 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 20,205 students
- In-state tuition: $3,744
- Out-state tuition: $4,896
- Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
- Minority enrollment: 46%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Washtenaw Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 811 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Washtenaw Community College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
811 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Washtenaw Community College has grown by 68% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Washtenaw Community College diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 27% over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,205 students
2,154 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
3,468 students
878 students
# Part-Time Students
16,737 students
1,714 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
202 students
225 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,468 students
889 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
16,737 students
1,714 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
7%
4%
% Hispanic
7%
7%
% Black
13%
16%
% White
54%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
10%
6%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2783%
0.2881%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2071%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,300
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,744 is less than the state average of $4,952. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,896 is less than the state average of $6,896. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,744
$4,952
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,896
$6,896
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
60%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,091
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
98%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Washtenaw Community College has a comprehensive mission that includes broad-based transfer programs, occupational programs, vocational/technical programs, non-credit programs, and academic preparation classes. Our programs come in various lengths and levels of complexity. Small class sizes, expert faculty, streamlined services, university transfer programs, and facilities infused with technology are some of the things that bring students to Washtenaw Community College. For over 35 years WCC has maintained its commitment to keeping education affordable and providing a clean and picturesque environment in which to learn. We offer certificate and associate degree programs, seminars, workshops, and courses which enable people to pursue employment or advance in a career. We develop and deliver job skills and occupational education programs in partnership with business, industry, government and labor groups. We offer orientation, academic skills assessment, assistance with program and course selection, financial aid, university transfer assistance, personal and career counseling, job placement, tutoring, child care, special needs services, computer and self-paced instructional laboratories, and library services. Washtenaw Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Washtenaw Community College cost?
Washtenaw Community College's tuition is approximately $3,744 for In-State students and $4,896 for Out-State students.
What is Washtenaw Community College's ranking?
Washtenaw Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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