B
Good
Score: 69/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
65/100 · earnings-weighted

Michigan Career and Technical Institute

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Plainwell, Michigan 49080
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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%
Outcomes
B+
81/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
D
37/100

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

118
Total Enrollment
100%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,710
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Michigan Career and Technical Institute, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$29,376
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,458
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
37.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

Earnings rank: 44th percentile among certificate-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 Michigan Career and Technical Institute

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
Woodworking$26,594$39,806-11%———
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$35,520-17%#39 of 46#38—
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection$23,493$33,959-19%#21 of 25#12—
Graphic Communications$14,862$28,360-12%#6 of 6#6—
Culinary Arts and Related Services$15,195$28,229-8%#57 of 68#55—
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations$15,674$17,071-67%#12 of 12#12—

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 Michigan Career and Technical Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $305,665
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,053/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49007 (7.3% cap, Kalamazoo)

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🏆 Where Michigan Career and Technical Institute Ranks

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

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Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other
of 3 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,300 $12,048
Total Cost (On-Campus) $16,600 $20,348

Financial Aid

38%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$10,710
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,721
$30,001 - $48,000$11,494
$48,001 - $75,000$13,407

Student Demographics

118
Total Students
17%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 83%
Hispanic 3%
Black 6%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Michigan Career and Technical Institute?
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 Michigan Career and Technical Institute?
Tuition at Michigan Career and Technical Institute is $8,300 for in-state students and $12,048 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,710.
What is the graduation rate at Michigan Career and Technical Institute?
The graduation rate at Michigan Career and Technical Institute is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Michigan Career and Technical Institute a good school?
Michigan Career and Technical Institute has a Repit College Score of 69/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Michigan Career and Technical Institute?
Michigan Career and Technical Institute has a total enrollment of 118 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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