Baker College of Muskegon

1903 Marquette Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Baker College of Muskegon is nestled in western Michigan along the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan and its scenic sandy beaches. Students can take advantage of Muskegon Lake, Bear Lake, and Mona Lake, as well as nearby parks and recreation areas for hiking, boating, skiing, snowmobiling, and camping. The mission of Baker College is to provide quality higher education and training which enable graduates to be successful throughout challenging and rewarding careers. Baker College offers highly effective academic programs which are accessible, market-driven, career-focused, and which lead to employment and career advancement for its students.

School Highlights

Baker College of Muskegon serves 3,481 students (61% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,481 students
  • Private-state tuition: $8,280
  • Student-teacher ratio: 50:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Baker College of Muskegon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Baker College of Muskegon
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, non-profit
Public
Year Founded
1888
Total Faculty
70 staff
70 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Baker College of Muskegon has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 50:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Baker College of Muskegon diversity score of 0.25 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,481 students
2,473 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
50:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
2,133 students
889 students
# Part-Time Students
1,348 students
1,584 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
284 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,130 students
961 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
3 students
4 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
5%
7%
% Black
8%
16%
% White
86%
60%
Diversity Score
0.25
0.00
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,600
$28,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $8,280 is less than the state average of $9,806. The private state tuition has grown by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$8,280
$9,806
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,485
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: The Baker College Bees

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Baker College of Muskegon cost?
Baker College of Muskegon's private state tuition is approximately $8,280.
What schools are Baker College of Muskegon often compared to?
Baker College of Muskegonis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Rapids Community College, Muskegon Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Baker College of Muskegon's ranking?
Baker College of Muskegon ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,481 students
  • Private-state tuition: $8,280
  • Student-teacher ratio: 50:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Michigan public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,915 per year for in-state students and $6,808 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $9,806 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Michigan is 76%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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