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Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, Michigan · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 6767 West O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49003 · Phone: (269) 488-4100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Kalamazoo Valley Community College is a public trade and career school in Kalamazoo, Michigan, offering CNC and machining, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College has a 28.2% completion rate, below the state average of 56.9%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $9,699 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,618.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Kalamazoo Valley Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 28.2% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machinists | $38,370 | $52,360 | $62,300 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,090 | $49,990 | $59,190 |
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $42,170 | $60,070 | $74,090 |
| Dental hygienists | $77,230 | $83,790 | $93,310 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,360 | $39,870 | $45,130 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,110 | $54,120 | $67,100 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $43,842 | $46,478 | $9,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 14 | $25,539 | not reported | $11,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $47,001 | $49,549 | $10,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $33,281 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Kalamazoo Valley Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The college holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. Its most-awarded trade programs are CNC and machining programs, welding schools, and medical assistant programs, drawn from a broader set of 15 program offerings spanning fields such as culinary, dental hygiene, EMT training, and auto mechanics.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.2%, which is below the state average of 56.9%. Median debt among graduates is $9,699, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,618. About 28.2% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with just under 5,000 undergraduates in a midsize suburb setting, may suit students pursuing hands-on technical training in machining, welding, or medical assisting, though specific program lengths and schedule formats are not detailed in this data, so fit for adult career-changers should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes through the accreditors listed and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures, like cost of attendance, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Kalamazoo Valley Community College offers 15 programs across families including CNC and machining, welding, medical assisting, culinary, dental hygiene, EMT training, and auto mechanics. Its top programs by completions are CNC and machining, welding, and medical assisting.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 28.2%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,699, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,618, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public college, meaning it typically has lower tuition rates and is often more accountable to state oversight than for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school at (269) 488-4100 or visit kvcc.edu for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?170541.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This isn't directly reported in the data; specific schedule formats and program lengths aren't available, so adult career-changers should contact the school to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Kalamazoo Valley Community College at (269) 488-4100 or through its website, https://www.kvcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.