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Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, Michigan · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49017 · Phone: (269) 965-3931 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Kellogg Community College is a public trade and career school in Battle Creek, Michigan, offering LPN/LVN, EMT/paramedic, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Kellogg Community College has a 29.9% completion rate, below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, with median graduate debt of $17,000 and median earnings of $38,329 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for Kellogg Community College in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 25.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $56,160 | $65,460 | $73,880 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,360 | $39,870 | $45,130 |
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,090 | $49,990 | $59,190 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $55,450 | $76,420 | $81,700 |
| Dental hygienists | $77,230 | $83,790 | $93,310 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $40,210 | $60,850 | $77,780 |
| Electricians | $42,980 | $76,270 | $92,300 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $46,560 | $80,190 | $95,390 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 135 | $45,810 | $54,192 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 20 | $37,507 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $38,838 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $47,166 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | $38,838 | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | 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
Kellogg Community College is a public community college in Battle Creek, Michigan. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for programs here. The school holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation body, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Its most-awarded trade programs are LPN/LVN programs, EMT and paramedic training, and medical assistant programs, drawn from a total of 14 program families that include welding, HVAC, electrician, plumbing, radiology tech, and dental hygiene training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 29.9%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $17,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,329. About 25.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 268 trade-program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 2,971, and programs concentrated in healthcare fields like nursing, EMT, and medical assisting alongside skilled trades, this campus may suit students seeking direct-entry credentials or associate-level training in a small-city setting. Career changers should independently verify program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and outcome data yourself, consult the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Kellogg Community College offers 14 program families, most notably LPN/LVN programs, EMT and paramedic training, and medical assistant programs. It also offers welding, HVAC, electrician, plumbing, radiology tech, and dental hygiene programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation body, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 29.9%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $17,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,329, per federal data.
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 (269) 965-3931 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Kellogg Community College is a public institution, which generally means state funding supports lower published tuition rates compared to for-profit schools, though actual cost data is not reported here.
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 duration and schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the program-specific accreditors listed, and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows healthcare-focused programs like LPN, EMT, and medical assisting alongside skilled trades, which may appeal to career changers, but specific fit for adult learners such as schedule flexibility is not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly, as fields like LPN, EMT, and radiologic technology typically require state licensure or certification.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Kellogg Community College at (269) 965-3931 or through its website at https://www.kellogg.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?170550 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.