D
Below Average
Score: 35/100

Dorsey College-Wayne

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Wayne, Michigan 48184
🌐 www.dorsey.edu/
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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 (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
Outcomes
F
30/100
Affordability
F
22/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

203
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
38%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

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

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
88%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

203
Total Students
75%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 5%
Black 69%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Dorsey College-Wayne?
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-Wayne?
Tuition at Dorsey College-Wayne is $29,760 for in-state students and $29,760 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Dorsey College-Wayne?
The graduation rate at Dorsey College-Wayne is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Dorsey College-Wayne a good school?
Dorsey College-Wayne has a Repit College Score of 35/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • 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
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Dorsey College-Wayne?
Dorsey College-Wayne has a total enrollment of 203 students.

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