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Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
Baraga, Michigan · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, MI 49908 · Phone: (906) 524-8400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College is a public trade school in Baraga, Michigan, offering CNA classes, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 11.1% completion rate versus a 56.9% Michigan state average, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $22,340; median graduate debt is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 40.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | 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
Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College is a public trade and career campus in Baraga, Michigan, located in a remote rural setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and it participates in the Title IV federal financial aid program, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its primary trade offering is CNA classes, with 20 recorded completers in this program family.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 11.1%, which is below the state average of 56.9% for Michigan. Median earnings for former students 10 years after entry are reported at $22,340. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 40.5% of students at this school receive Pell Grants, which points to a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled here.
Given its single CNA program and small undergraduate enrollment of 139 students, this campus may suit those seeking a short, focused certified nursing assistant credential rather than a multi-year associate degree pathway. Because completion is below the state average, prospective students should ask the school directly about program structure and support services. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers CNA classes, its only reported program family, with 20 recorded completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 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 student aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 11.1%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (906) 524-8400 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,340 per federal Scorecard 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means it is state-supported and often has lower tuition than for-profit institutions, though specific cost data is not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; contact the school at (906) 524-8400 or visit its website for details on CNA class scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a short, focused CNA program, which may fit those seeking a quicker credential, though program length and schedule details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (906) 524-8400 or visit https://www.kbocc.edu/ for application information.
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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.