Wayne County Community College District

Detroit, Michigan · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$7,656

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

22.1%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

7,423

In-state tuition

$3,112

Out-of-state tuition

$4,067

Cost of attendance

$15,401

Median earnings (10y)

$29,079

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (47%), trades & services (25%), health (14%).

  • STEM5%
  • Health14%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts47%
  • Social sciences2%
  • Trades & services25%

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

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's1,875$23,907$17,154
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate508
Ground Transportation.Undergraduate certificate263
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's130$59,564$24,487
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's93$31,201
Computer Programming.Associate's89$31,967
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Undergraduate certificate80
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate80
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate61
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate59
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Undergraduate certificate53
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate49
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's38
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Undergraduate certificate37
Design and Applied Arts.Undergraduate certificate32
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's32
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Associate's29
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate28
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate27
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate27
Security Science and Technology.Associate's23
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Associate's22
Legal Support Services.Associate's17
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate17
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate17
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate16
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate15
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate14
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's12
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Undergraduate certificate12
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's12
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's12
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's10
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's10
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's10
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate9
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science.Associate's8
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.Associate's8
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate7
Apparel and Textiles.Undergraduate certificate7

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 Wayne County Community College District

Wayne County Community College District is a large institution located in Detroit, Michigan, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 7,423 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Transportation.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Wayne County Community College District — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,656 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,112 for in-state students and $4,067 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,401 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 22.1%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $29,079 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Wayne County Community College District confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Transportation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (47% of credentials), trades & services (25% of credentials), health (14% 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 Detroit, Michigan (city), Wayne County Community College District 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 Wayne County Community College District

Q.How much does Wayne County Community College District cost?

The average net price at Wayne County Community College District is $7,656 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,401.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Wayne County Community College District?

Wayne County Community College District has a 6-year graduation rate of 22.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Wayne County Community College District graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Wayne County Community College District graduate earns $29,079 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Wayne County Community College District?

Published tuition is $3,112 in-state and $4,067 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Wayne County Community College District located?

Wayne County Community College District is located in Detroit, Michigan (ZIP 48226).

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 Wayne County Community College District at their official website.