C
Average
Score: 46/100

Bay de Noc Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Escanaba, Michigan 49829
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 21%
Outcomes
D
37/100
Affordability
B
68/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
C+
56/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,996
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
47%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,457
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Bay de Noc Community College

32% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 647 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$189,783
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1-Year Change
+14.5%
For parents & investors

The Bay de Noc Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $189,783
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo — vs ~$430/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49829 (3.6% cap, Escanaba)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,998 $9,796
Room $3,870
Board $2,100
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,416 $28,156

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
42%
Take Out Loans
$9,457
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,835
$30,001 - $48,000$6,819
$48,001 - $75,000$9,695
$75,001 - $110,000$14,235
$110,001+$15,236

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 73 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 21 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 21 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 20 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 14 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 12 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 11 grads/yr General Studies 10 grads/yr Corrections 10 grads/yr Social Work 9 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 8 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant 8 grads/yr Accounting 6 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 5 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 4 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 4 grads/yr Pre-Engineering 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Bay de Noc Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,996
Total Students
62%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
32%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 86%
Hispanic 3%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 27%
Off-Campus (Renters) 32%
With Family 41%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~647 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 26%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 47%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Bay de Noc Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Bay de Noc Community College?
Tuition at Bay de Noc Community College is $7,998 for in-state students and $9,796 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,457.
What is the graduation rate at Bay de Noc Community College?
The graduation rate at Bay de Noc Community College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Bay de Noc Community College a good school?
Bay de Noc Community College has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Bay de Noc Community College?
Bay de Noc Community College has a total enrollment of 1,996 students.
Is there rental demand near Bay de Noc Community College?
Yes! Approximately 32% of students at Bay de Noc Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 647 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Escanaba area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology