C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
31/100 · earnings-weighted

Kirtland Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Grayling, Michigan 49738
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: 26%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
C+
62/100
Prestige
F
18/100

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

1,538
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,407
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Kirtland Community College ▼

59% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$186,707
Avg Monthly Rent
$963
1-Year Change
+8.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$35,831
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,761
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,067
Median debt at graduation
34.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 36% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 27th percentile among associate-degree-focused 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 Kirtland Community College

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$67,468$76,546-5%#634 of 962#591$17,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$58,850$60,043-8%#389 of 560#366$15,964
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$25,088$40,290-9%#666 of 947#579$8,308

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 Kirtland Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $186,707
  • Avg rent near campus: $963/mo — vs ~$750/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49738 (4.0% cap, Grayling)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,150 $8,550
Room $6,750
Total Cost (On-Campus) $21,975 $24,375

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Out Loans
$10,407
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,115
$30,001 - $48,000$9,339
$48,001 - $75,000$11,800
$75,001 - $110,000$14,546
$110,001+$15,227

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 64 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 40 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 32 grads/yr Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist 22 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 20 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 18 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 10 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 8 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 7 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 7 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 6 grads/yr General Studies 6 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 5 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 5 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 5 grads/yr Graphic Design 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Kirtland 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
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Bailiffs
$57k/yr 19,000 jobs
Private detectives and investigators
$52k/yr 43,600 jobs

Student Demographics

1,538
Total Students
62%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)
59%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 85%
Hispanic 4%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 59%
With Family 42%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~900 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 42%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 40%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Kirtland 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 Kirtland Community College?
Tuition at Kirtland Community College is $6,150 for in-state students and $8,550 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,407.
What is the graduation rate at Kirtland Community College?
The graduation rate at Kirtland Community College is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Kirtland Community College a good school?
Kirtland Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (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 Kirtland Community College?
Kirtland Community College has a total enrollment of 1,538 students.
Is there rental demand near Kirtland Community College?
Yes! Approximately 59% of students at Kirtland Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 900 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Grayling area.

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