Bay de Noc Community College

Overview

Bay de Noc Community College (Bay College), established in 1962, is a public two-year institution nestled in the small town of Escanaba in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campus offers a serene environment within a close-knit community, proximal to the picturesque shores of Little Bay de Noc on Lake Michigan. Bay College supports a diverse academic profile offering a variety of certificate and associate degree programs, with particular emphasis on Nursing, Business Administration, and Water Resource Management. The college fosters an open-door admissions policy, attracting a mix of traditional and non-traditional students focused on vocational training, transfer education, or personal enrichment. While on-campus housing is not provided, Bay College facilitates off-campus living options and promotes a collegial atmosphere through its various student services and activities. Not known for a specific architectural style or a prominent athletic program, the college focuses on its educational mission and community engagement.

Bay de Noc Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  570 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,399 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,410 plus fees of $1,680.