The intention of putting up Schoolcraft College (Schoolcraft) in the 1960's
was to provide a community college for the school districts serving
Livonia, Garden City, Clarenceville, and Plymouth-Carton. It was initially
known as Northwest Wayne Community College until 1963; during which year,
the first few buildings of what is now the main Livonia campus were built.
The fall semester of 1964 saw the college's first batch of undergraduates
which has since grown to a per semester count of over 12,000 students (as
of 2012).
Those attending Schoolcraft can choose among at least 70 majors designed
towards earning them certifications or associate degrees which may then be
continued in most public and private four-year colleges or universities in
Michigan. Two years of coursework usually needs to be accomplished prior to
processing transfers. Tuition can cost between $90 per credit hour for
residents to $195 per credit hour for those from out of state.
Majors are divided into several areas of study, including: Public Safety,
Social Sciences, Culinary Arts, Business and Information Technology,
Natural Sciences, Humanities and Communication, Business and Information
Technology, among others. Classes are held both on and off-campus; days,
evenings, and even online to accommodate students who need to work while
studying.
A separate facility - The Public Safety Training Complex - for Public
Safety majors is located in Livonia. Back on the main campus is the
American Harvest Restaurant, considered the pride of the college's
excellent culinary program. The Radcliff Center in Garden City is a venue
for Police Academy and Fire Academy classes as well as a Firearms Training
Lab.
Schoolcraft's Ocelots offer scholarships to students who qualify for their
men's and women's soccer teams, men's cross country, and women's
volleyball. Teams for basketball, golf, and bowling will be formed in the
near future.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $2,900-$3,500
- Out-of-State: $6,200-$7,380
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $96-$120 per unit
- Out-of-State: $210-$250 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 61% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 56% | $4,553 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 14% | $4,485 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Schoolcraft College may provide services like:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
- Child care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Many community colleges are not only a source of technical or career training but also a stepping stone for students to transfer-out to a 4-year college, therefore we have included both graduation and transfer rates below and how Schoolcraft College compares against other community colleges in Wayne County and community colleges in Michigan as a whole.
| Schoolcraft College | Wayne County | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 17.1% | 12.0% | 14.7% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 43.8% | 36.3% | 26.7% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2012)
- Find all the other nursing programs in Michigan
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2012)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Schoolcraft College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Commerce (A, C)
- Advertising and Marketing (A)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Data Entry Technology (A)
- Small Business Management (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (C)
- Executive Assistant (A)
Communication Technology
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Graphics (A, C)
- Computer Programming (A, C)
- Web Design (A)
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications (A)
- Computer Networking (C)
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
- Biomedical Technology (A)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) (A, C)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (A, C)
- Environmental Engineering Technology and Environmental Technology (A, C)
- Metallurgical Technology (A, C)
- Laser and Optical Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Medical Insurance Biller (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (A, C)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Medical Office Assistant (C)
- Massage Therapy (A, C)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Medical Transcription (C)
- Health Services
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Electrical Equipment Installation and Repair (C)
- Computer Repair Technician (C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
- Baking And Pastry (C)
- Salon Management (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A)
- Fire Science (A, C)
- Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting (A)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation and Airway Management (A, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Art Studies (A)
- Sculpture
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Schoolcraft College.
- Monroe County Community College in Monroe, MI (35 miles away)
- Mott Community College in Flint, MI (43 miles away)
- Jackson College in Jackson, MI (53 miles away)
- St Clair County Community College in Port Huron, MI (64 miles away)
- Montcalm Community College in Sidney, MI (102 miles away)