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Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills, Michigan · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2900 Featherstone Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 · Phone: (248) 341-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Oakland Community College is a public trade school in Auburn Hills, Michigan, offering EMT training, medical billing & coding, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Oakland Community College has a 20.6% completion rate, below Michigan's 56.9% average, with median graduate debt of $9,105 and median earnings of $37,395 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Oakland Community College; it is a Title IV school, and 30.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,360 | $39,870 | $45,130 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,180 | $48,120 | $61,470 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,110 | $54,120 | $67,100 |
| 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 |
| Surgical technologists | $43,690 | $63,320 | $76,470 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $42,170 | $60,070 | $74,090 |
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,850 | $39,860 | $45,760 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 98 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $44,131 | $44,468 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $45,914 | $39,729 | $12,250 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $45,914 | $39,729 | $12,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $45,914 | $39,729 | $12,250 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $45,914 | $39,729 | $12,250 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | $27,780 | $21,964 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $28,960 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Oakland Community College is a public trade and career campus in Auburn Hills, Michigan, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Because it participates in Title IV programs, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. Among its 21 program offerings, the campus most frequently awards credentials in EMT & paramedic training, medical billing & coding, and auto mechanic programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 20.6%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,105, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,395. About 30.7% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 344 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 12,748, this large-suburb campus offers a range of shorter certificate-style programs alongside longer allied-health tracks like radiology tech and dental hygiene, which may suit both first-time students and adult career changers depending on program length and format — details not fully specified here. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status and review current outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Oakland Community College offers 21 trade programs, most commonly EMT & paramedic training, medical billing & coding, and auto mechanic programs. Other program families include welding, radiology tech, dental hygiene, surgical tech, culinary, medical assisting, phlebotomy, and CNC machining.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Oakland Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is listed as currently accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal 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 20.6%, 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 $9,105, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,395, per the 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?
Oakland Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition rates for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition details are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (248) 341-2000 or visit oaklandcc.edu for program-specific schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?171535).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter certificate programs and longer allied-health tracks, but specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what certification each program prepares you for.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Oakland Community College at (248) 341-2000 or through its website, https://www.oaklandcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this data; 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.