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Grand Rapids Community College

Grand Rapids, MI·Public·https://www.grcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Grand Rapids Community College is a public community college in Grand Rapids, MI. Ski resorts are within 10 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 75/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Grand Rapids Community College is a public community college in Grand Rapids, MI. Ski resorts are within 10 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 75/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,510
In-State Tuition
+$459 fees
$11,130
Out-of-State Tuition
+$459 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

10 miles

Cannonsburg Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

42°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

10 mi away
100 skiable acres10 lifts
Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl

Michigan

30 mi away
10 skiable acres5 lifts
Bittersweet Ski Area

Michigan

35 mi away
100 skiable acres11 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Grand Rapids, MI

25°Jan27°Feb36°Mar48°Apr59°May69°Jun73°Jul71°Aug64°Sep52°Oct40°Nov30°Dec

Station: GRAND RAPIDS GERALD R FORD INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

75/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety658096
65/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
80/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
96/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,510$11,130
Fees
$459$459
Total
$3,969$11,589
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

68 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
731 grads/yr$46,615
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
93 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
90 grads/yr$74,096
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
51 grads/yr$51,480
Accounting and Related ServicesAssociate's
43 grads/yr$49,062

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Certificate40 grads$76,216
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's90 grads$74,096
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate7 grads$67,559
Computer Programming
Associate's14 grads$66,293
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's22 grads$64,550
Precision Metal Working
Associate's19 grads$63,350
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's20 grads$54,001
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's41 grads$52,414
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate51 grads$51,480
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate32 grads$51,318

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Grand Rapids Community College located?

Grand Rapids Community College is located in Grand Rapids, MI. The main campus address is 143 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Grand Rapids Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Grand Rapids Community College charges $3,510/year for in-state students and $11,130/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $11,589/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Grand Rapids Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Grand Rapids Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Grand Rapids Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($11,130/year out-of-state), campus culture in Grand Rapids, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Grand Rapids Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Grand Rapids Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 42°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
75/100
Nearest Airport
Grand Rapids, MI (GRR) · 9 mialso MKG (32 mi), BTL (50 mi)

Location

Grand Rapids, MI

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.