Colleges Near Empire

Colleges and universities near me in the Empire, Michigan area

There are 105 colleges within 200 miles of Empire enrolling a total of 471,469 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Michigan with a population of 375, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Empire. The nearest college is Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City at a distance of 23.6 miles from Empire. Driving time to these schools from Empire should be less than 4 hours. The top rated college in the area is Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin which is ranked #187 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Michigan State University enrolling 51,316 students. In terms of affordability, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College in Mount Pleasant offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,560 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Empire.
Empire, MI within 200 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Muskegon Community College
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Muskegon, MI
 

Muskegon Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,518enrollment
  • $7,829net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

108 miles from Empire

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Lakeland University
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Plymouth, WI

Lakeland University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 2,786enrollment
  • $22,593net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA

112 miles from Empire

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Montcalm Community College
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Sidney, MI
 

Montcalm Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,587enrollment
  • $4,750net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

118 miles from Empire

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Alma College
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Alma, MI

Alma College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,273enrollment
  • $24,862net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA

121 miles from Empire

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Northwood University Michigan
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Midland, MI

Northwood University Michigan

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#9 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 2,360enrollment
  • $26,429net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 950-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA

120 miles from Empire

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Lawrence University
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Appleton, WI

Lawrence University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#1 Best Value in Wisconsin

  • 1,410enrollment
  • $27,393net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1430SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA

Applications Due Jan 15

121 miles from Empire

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Fox Valley Technical College
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Appleton, WI

Fox Valley Technical College

Public 2 Year

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  • 10,995enrollment
  • $10,187net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

124 miles from Empire

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Kuyper College
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Grand Rapids, MI
 

Kuyper College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 153enrollment
  • $27,708net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 935-1170SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA

126 miles from Empire

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College of Menominee Nation
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Keshena, WI
 

College of Menominee Nation

Private 4 Year

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  • 219enrollment
  • $8,761net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 7

126 miles from Empire

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University of Phoenix West Michigan Campus
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Walker, Michigan
 

University of Phoenix West Michigan Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 639enrollment
  • $18,908net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

125 miles from Empire

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Globe University Appleton
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Grand Chute, WI
 

Globe University Appleton

Private 4 Year

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  • 141enrollment
  • $18,614net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

125 miles from Empire

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Alpena Community College
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Alpena, MI
 

Alpena Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 1,530enrollment
  • $4,091net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.67Avg GPA

129 miles from Empire

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Cornerstone University
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Grand Rapids, MI

Cornerstone University

Private 4 Year

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,735enrollment
  • $23,147net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 970-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA

129 miles from Empire

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Grand Valley State University
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Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 22,269enrollment
  • $17,995net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 940-1190SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA

Applications Due May 1

128 miles from Empire

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Compass College of Cinematic Arts
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Grand Rapids, MI
 

Compass College of Cinematic Arts

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 50enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 820-1100SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

128 miles from Empire

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Aquinas College
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Grand Rapids, MI

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

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#11 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,295enrollment
  • $19,890net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 990-1210SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA

130 miles from Empire

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Grand Rapids Community College
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Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 12,142enrollment
  • $11,137net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA

129 miles from Empire

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Calvin University
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Grand Rapids, MI

Calvin University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

#5 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,364enrollment
  • $26,374net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1340SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA

132 miles from Empire

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Northwestern Michigan College and is 23.6 miles from Empire. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Northwestern Michigan College are $6,552 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Northwestern Michigan College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.