D
Below Average
Score: 39/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
39/100 · earnings-weighted

Dorsey College-Saginaw

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Saginaw, Michigan 48603
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

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: 43%
Outcomes
D
41/100
Affordability
F
25/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
17/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

199
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
49%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Dorsey College-Saginaw, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$29,392
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$21,514
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,000
Median debt at graduation
65.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
84.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 35th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Dorsey College-Saginaw

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$41,283$45,744-18%#637 of 757#630$13,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$33,265$43,901-9%#165 of 226#142$9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services$21,780$32,264-9%#393 of 496#345$13,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$24,379$29,680-13%#562 of 637#521$13,000
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$16,914$27,978-6%#113 of 199#89$9,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Dorsey College-Saginaw Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $234,199
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,142/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 48601 (14.8% cap, Saginaw)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

🏆 Where Dorsey College-Saginaw Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
of 5 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,760 $29,760

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
98%
Receive Pell Grants
100%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

199
Total Students
80%
Women
29%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Hispanic 7%
Black 57%
Asian 1%
Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 29%
25-64 (Adult) 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Dorsey College-Saginaw?
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 Dorsey College-Saginaw?
Tuition at Dorsey College-Saginaw is $29,760 for in-state students and $29,760 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Dorsey College-Saginaw?
The graduation rate at Dorsey College-Saginaw is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Dorsey College-Saginaw a good school?
Dorsey College-Saginaw has a Repit College Score of 39/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): 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 vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Dorsey College-Saginaw?
Dorsey College-Saginaw has a total enrollment of 199 students.

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for Dorsey College-Saginaw — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →

🎓 Similar Colleges to Dorsey College-Saginaw

Compare with other Less than 2-Year private for-profit institutions of similar size.

D
Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood
Kentwood, MI · 112 students
D
Dorsey College-Woodhaven
Woodhaven, MI · 212 students
D
Ross Medical Education Center-Warren
Warren, MI · 153 students
D
Ross Medical Education Center-Lansing
Lansing, MI · 96 students
D
Nuvo College of Cosmetology
Norton Shores, MI · 87 students
D
Ross Medical Education Center-Saginaw
Saginaw, MI · 73 students

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