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Dorsey College-Dearborn
Detroit, Michigan · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 18660 Ford Rd, Detroit, MI 48228 · Phone: (313) 982-3730 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dorsey College-Dearborn is a private for-profit trade school in Detroit, MI offering medical assistant, massage therapy, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Dorsey College-Dearborn has a 35.4% completion rate, below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $29,392 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 88.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Massage therapists | $32,610 | $70,960 | $77,550 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,180 | $48,120 | $61,470 |
| Dental assistants | $37,110 | $48,820 | $56,940 |
| Nursing assistants | $36,830 | $39,570 | $44,910 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 44 | $22,052 | $20,572 | $13,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $20,833 | $22,865 | $13,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $21,850 | $19,298 | $13,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $17,882 | $15,922 | $9,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $33,514 | $23,589 | $13,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $17,882 | $15,922 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Dorsey College-Dearborn is a private for-profit trade school located in Detroit, Michigan. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The campus awards credentials most often in medical assistant programs, massage therapy, and medical billing and coding, with six program families offered in total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 35.4%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $29,392. About 88.2% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With around 430 undergraduate students and 130 trade program completers, this campus is set in a large city and centers on shorter, career-focused credential programs rather than multi-year degrees. This may suit students seeking a faster path into healthcare-support or wellness careers, including adult career-changers, though program length details are not specified in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dorsey College-Dearborn offers six program families, most notably medical assistant programs (44 completers), massage therapy (29), and medical billing & coding (23).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 88.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 35.4%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $13,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,392.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (313) 982-3730 or visit dorsey.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Dorsey College-Dearborn is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and typically means a narrower focus on career-training programs rather than broad academic degrees.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483504.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus focuses on shorter, career-focused credential programs in healthcare-support and wellness fields, which may suit adult career-changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly or check with Michigan's licensing boards for specific program requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dorsey College-Dearborn at (313) 982-3730 or visit https://www.dorsey.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.