Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
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
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Dorsey College-Wayne, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
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-Wayne
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.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | $41,283 | $45,744 | -18% | #635 of 757 | #628 | $13,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | $33,265 | $43,901 | -9% | #163 of 226 | #140 | $9,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $31,951 | $35,707 | -8% | #71 of 109 | #58 | $14,750 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $21,780 | $32,264 | -9% | #391 of 496 | #343 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | $24,379 | $29,680 | -13% | #560 of 637 | #519 | $13,000 |
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.
The Dorsey College-Wayne Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $176,612
- Avg rent near campus: $1,258/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 48141 (9.0% cap, Inkster)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $29,760 | $29,760 |
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Programs & Career Paths
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Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
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Careers that graduates from Dorsey College-Wayne's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (F): 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
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology