At a glance
Average net price
$28,525
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
54.4%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
643
In-state tuition
$16,990
Out-of-state tuition
$16,990
Cost of attendance
$34,227
Median earnings (10y)
$29,392
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
3 program areas reported · Heavily focused on health (65% of credentials).
- Health65%
- Trades & services35%
- Health professions65.0%~418 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Personal services22.7%~146 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mechanic & repair12.4%~80 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
11 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 213 | $33,514 | $19,941 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 212 | $16,618 | $16,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 212 | $22,052 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 74 | — | — |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | $17,882 | $11,661 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | $16,914 | $15,402 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 27 | $25,260 | $13,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | $20,833 | $16,166 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | — | $20,049 | $13,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | — | $30,266 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | — | $21,850 | $13,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Dorsey College
Dorsey College is a small institution located in Madison Heights, Michigan, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 643 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Personal services, Mechanic & repair.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Dorsey College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $28,525 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $16,990 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $34,227 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 54.4%, a above-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $29,392 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Dorsey College confers degrees and certificates across 3 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Personal services, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (65% of credentials), trades & services (35% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Madison Heights, Michigan (suburb), Dorsey College draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Dorsey College
Q.How much does Dorsey College cost?
The average net price at Dorsey College is $28,525 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $34,227.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Dorsey College?
Dorsey College has a 6-year graduation rate of 54.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Dorsey College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Dorsey College graduate earns $29,392 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Dorsey College?
Published tuition is $16,990 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Dorsey College located?
Dorsey College is located in Madison Heights, Michigan (ZIP 48071).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Dorsey College at their official website.