Grand Rapids Community College

  • 2 Year
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 0 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

12,468
Grand Rapids Community College overview
Grand Rapids Community College overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) is a public two-year institution located in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan's second-largest city. The main campus spans several blocks of the city's Heritage Hill district and consists of both modern and historic buildings, including several structures dating to the college's 1914 founding as Grand Rapids Junior College. GRCC offers over 150 degree and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare, culinary arts, manufacturing technology, and business studies. The college maintains strong transfer partnerships with regional four-year institutions and provides workforce development programs aligned with local industry needs. While primarily a commuter campus, GRCC operates several dedicated parking facilities and is accessible via the city's public transportation system.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

In District Resident Tuition

$4,179

Michigan Resident Tuition

$8,289

Breakdown

In District Costs for Grand Rapids Community College
  • Tuition $4,179
  • Books and Supplies $616
  • Other Fees $459
  • Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $9,227
  • Other Expenses Budget $5,555
  • Total One Year Cost $20,036

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$33,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Grand Rapids Community College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Business. 32% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 15% in Health Professions, and 12% in Business.

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 32%
  • Health Professions 15%
  • Business 12%
  • Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 6%
  • Education 4%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=170055.

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Last updated: August 2026