Baker College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Owosso, Michigan with 3,026 undergraduates. It admits 82% of applicants, costs an average of $10,115 a year after grants and graduates 46% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Baker College acceptance rate and admissions
Baker College admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 500 to 600, math 460 to 560). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Baker College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Baker College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Baker College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $13,200 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $8,000 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $24,526 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $10,115 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $10,115 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,411 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Baker College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Baker College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 46% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $41,297 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 62% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Baker College majors and what graduates earn
Baker College awarded bachelor's degrees in 18 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer science ($80,179).
All 18 majors at Baker College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer science | 23 | $68,584 | $80,179 | $25,166 |
| IT and network administration | 22 | $56,313 | $79,805 | $29,901 |
| Nursing | 170 | $77,927 | $77,840 | $34,392 |
| Finance | 3 | n/a | $71,345 | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 0 | n/a | $65,981 | n/a |
| Business administration | 122 | $58,233 | $65,591 | $28,432 |
| Accounting | 23 | $55,017 | $63,286 | $33,320 |
| Human resources | 19 | $56,515 | $61,954 | $26,404 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 28 | $57,991 | $58,921 | $35,927 |
| Criminal justice | 13 | $46,693 | $57,675 | n/a |
| Marketing | 9 | $43,658 | $54,164 | n/a |
| Health administration | 46 | $47,858 | $51,868 | $35,633 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 0 | $42,967 | $46,559 | n/a |
| Psychology | 37 | $41,722 | $46,049 | $38,375 |
| Human development and family studies | 35 | $38,474 | $45,610 | $45,356 |
| Computer Programming | 26 | $54,344 | n/a | $31,815 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Baker College
11 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 11 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 23 | $70,773 | $34,365 |
| Law | Doctoral | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 13 | $80,626 | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 11 | $59,289 | $37,425 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 9 | $62,562 | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 9 | $62,606 | n/a |
| Management information systems | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Baker College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 73 | $54,516 | $57,630 | $16,625 |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 48 | $37,352 | $39,471 | $11,000 |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 35 | $44,440 | $40,856 | $17,650 |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 14 | $44,999 | $59,535 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 12 | n/a | $37,837 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 11 | $37,173 | $40,535 | $20,671 |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 8 | n/a | $66,205 | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 1 | n/a | $57,680 | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,026 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 79% women, 21% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Baker College?
Baker College admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Baker College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $13,200. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $10,115 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Baker College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 500 to 600 in reading and writing and 460 to 560 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Baker College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Baker College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Baker College?
46% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Baker College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $41,297 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.