C
Average
Score: 53/100

Henry Ford College

4-Year Public
📍 Dearborn, Michigan 48128
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: 11%
Outcomes
D
41/100
Affordability
A
87/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

11,239
Total Enrollment
11%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$738
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Henry Ford College

33% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,675 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$317,061
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,150
1-Year Change
+7.7%
For parents & investors

The Henry Ford College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $317,061
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,150/mo

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🏆 Where Henry Ford College Ranks

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

#21
Pre-Engineering
of 32 schools
#26
Teacher Assistant/Aide
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,656 $6,744

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
72%
Receive Pell Grants
20%
Take Out Loans
$738
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$55
$48,001 - $75,000$2,491
$75,001 - $110,000$5,807
$110,001+$8,653

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 1,315 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 335 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 188 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 153 grads/yr Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 72 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 58 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 55 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 48 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 37 grads/yr Pre-Engineering 35 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 31 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 29 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 29 grads/yr City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning 28 grads/yr Social Work 28 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 27 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 26 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 25 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 25 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Henry Ford College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

11,239
Total Students
56%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
33%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 2%
Black 13%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 33%
With Family 67%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,675 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 30%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Henry Ford 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 Henry Ford College?
Tuition at Henry Ford College is $4,656 for in-state students and $6,744 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $738.
What is the graduation rate at Henry Ford College?
The graduation rate at Henry Ford College is 11%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Henry Ford College a good school?
Henry Ford College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Henry Ford College?
Henry Ford College has a total enrollment of 11,239 students.
Is there rental demand near Henry Ford College?
Yes! Approximately 33% of students at Henry Ford College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,675 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Dearborn area.

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