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Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, Michigan · Public community college
Address: 221 S Quarterline Rd, Muskegon, MI 49442 · Phone: (231) 773-9131 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Muskegon Community College is a public trade and career school in Muskegon, Michigan offering LPN/LVN, medical assistant, and welding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Muskegon Community College has a 28.5% completion rate, below the state average of 56.9%, with median graduate debt of $9,125 and median earnings of $36,549 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Muskegon Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 29.1% 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 |
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,090 | $49,990 | $59,190 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,110 | $54,120 | $67,100 |
| Machinists | $38,370 | $52,360 | $62,300 |
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 | 68 | not reported | not reported | $10,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 24 | $47,240 | $39,369 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 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
Muskegon Community College is a public trade and career campus in Muskegon, Michigan. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) can be used here. Its most-awarded trade programs are LPN / LVN programs (68 completions), medical assistant programs (42 completions), and welding schools (5 completions), among nine program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.5%, below the state average of 56.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,125, and median earnings ten years after entry were $36,549. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 29.1% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, direct-entry credentials such as LPN or medical assistant training, given the program mix and small-city setting; those considering an adult career change should weigh the below-average completion rate against program length and format before enrolling. To verify current accreditation status and outcomes, check with the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing directly, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this school before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Muskegon Community College offers nine program families, with the most completions in LPN / LVN programs (68), medical assistant programs (42), and welding schools (5).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
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 and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 28.5%, 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 $9,125, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $36,549, 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 at (231) 773-9131 or visit muskegoncc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Muskegon Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix, including LPN and medical assistant training, may suit career changers seeking direct-entry healthcare credentials, though the below-average completion rate is worth discussing with an advisor.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school to ask about licensure exams tied to programs like LPN or medical assistant training.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Muskegon Community College at (231) 773-9131 or through its website, muskegoncc.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.