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Montcalm Community College
Sidney, Michigan · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2800 College Dr., Sidney, MI 48885 · Phone: (989) 328-2111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Montcalm Community College is a public trade and career school in Sidney, Michigan, offering welding schools and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Montcalm Community College's completion rate is 30.6%, below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, with median graduate debt of $16,500 and median earnings of $35,499 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Montcalm Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 30.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,090 | $49,990 | $59,190 |
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
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 | 3 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | 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
Montcalm Community College is a public trade and career campus in Sidney, Michigan. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and it holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing-related coursework additionally recognized by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Its trade offerings center on welding schools and medical assistant programs, which together make up the bulk of its program lineup.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 30.6%, which falls below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $16,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,499. About 30.4% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on training in welding or medical assisting rather than longer academic degree tracks, though the data provided does not specify program lengths or delivery format, so career-changer fit should not be assumed beyond what's stated. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling, since completion and earnings data can shift year to year.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Montcalm Community College's main trade offerings are welding schools (5 programs) and medical assistant programs (3 programs), for a total of 3 program families listed.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with nursing-related programs also recognized by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 30.6%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $16,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,499.
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 at (989) 328-2111 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Montcalm Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though this does not change the federal outcome figures reported.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?171234.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or format, so career-changer fit cannot be confirmed beyond noting the school offers shorter trade programs like welding and medical assisting; contact the school for scheduling details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Montcalm Community College at (989) 328-2111 or visit https://www.montcalm.edu/ for admissions information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures 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.