Henry Ford College Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
Henry Ford College is a public certificate and vocational school in Dearborn, Michigan, serving roughly 8,643 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $660 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,568. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $34,795 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,568
- 2024 Average Net Price: $660 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 8,643 46.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 17.23%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
- First-Generation Students: 50.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 82.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 16,256
- Room & Board: $11,898 annual estimate
Henry Ford College: what the data shows
Common questions about Henry Ford College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Henry Ford College?
Henry Ford College is located in Dearborn, MI (ZIP 48128-1495).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Henry Ford College public or private?
Henry Ford College is a Public institution.
How much does Henry Ford College cost?
Published tuition: $3,568 in-state, $7,816 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $660.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $46 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $507 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $1,768 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $4,891 |
| $110,001+ | $8,208 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $14,272.
How big is Henry Ford College?
Total enrollment: 8,643 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 16,256 students.
About 47% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Henry Ford College?
150%-time completion rate: 17.23%.
What do graduates of Henry Ford College earn?
Median earnings: $28,100 six years after entry; $34,795 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $14,250.
45.54% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Henry Ford College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (1,315 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (335 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (188 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (153 completions)
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design (72 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (58 completions)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (55 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (48 completions)
- Computer Support Specialist (37 completions)
- Pre-Engineering (35 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Henry Ford College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 17.23%; median earnings $34,795 at 10 years; net price $660. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,568
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Henry Ford College was $3,568.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$660
2024 Value
In 2024 Henry Ford College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $660.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$2,640 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$660 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$14,272 4-Year In-State Tuition
$31,264 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,898 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,896 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,362 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$69,448 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Henry Ford College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
45.54% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.04% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Henry Ford College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Henry Ford College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,518 | $4,078 | $5,121 |
| 2014 | $2,638 | $4,252 | $3,969 |
| 2015 | $2,798 | $5,990 | $4,200 |
| 2016 | $2,822 | $6,110 | $3,650 |
| 2017 | $3,014 | $6,470 | $3,865 |
| 2018 | $3,124 | $6,748 | $3,690 |
| 2019 | $3,208 | $6,940 | $3,182 |
| 2020 | $3,208 | $6,940 | $3,194 |
| 2021 | $3,310 | $7,192 | $3,082 |
| 2022 | $3,388 | $7,348 | $3,331 |
| 2023 | $3,460 | $7,040 | $576 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Henry Ford College reported total enrollment of about 8,643 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (52.7%), Black or African American (17.4%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (17.0%). About 45.54% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 50.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
46.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Henry Ford College in 2024 is 8,643 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 16,256 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 52.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
17.23% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Henry Ford College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 38% male / 62% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 29% male / 71% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 39% male / 61% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Henry Ford College.
Return on Investment
$14,250 Median Student Debt
$34,795 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
40.95% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
13079.92% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Henry Ford College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 91 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 1,315 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 335 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 188 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 153 completions
5. Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design: 72 completions
6. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 58 completions
7. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 55 completions
8. Business/Commerce, General: 48 completions
9. Computer Support Specialist: 37 completions
Most popular programs at Henry Ford College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Henry Ford College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Henry Ford College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,423
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,801
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Henry Ford College is a public institution located in Dearborn, MI, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 8,643 students. Student body composition includes White (52.7%), Black or African American (17.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (17.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 17.23%. Approximately 45.54% of students receive Pell Grants. About 50.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
Location
Dearborn, MI 48128-1495
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 17.23% graduation rate at Henry Ford College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 91 distinct degree programs, Henry Ford College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Henry Ford College located?
Henry Ford College is located in Dearborn, MI.
How much does Henry Ford College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,568 and average net price is $660 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,898 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Henry Ford College?
Henry Ford College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 16,256 students, White (52.7%), Black or African American (17.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Henry Ford College?
About 50.7% of students at Henry Ford College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Henry Ford College earn?
Median earnings are $28,100 six years after entry and $34,795 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Henry Ford College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 17.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Henry Ford College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $14,250.
Is Henry Ford College public or private?
Henry Ford College is a public institution located in Dearborn, MI.
Is Henry Ford College an HBCU?
No. Henry Ford College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Henry Ford College a tribal college?
No. Henry Ford College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Henry Ford College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Henry Ford College does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.8%).
Is Henry Ford College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Henry Ford College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Michigan college costs
- Michigan colleges by ROI
- Michigan trade schools profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Michigan
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.