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Baker College
Owosso, Michigan · Private non-profit college
Address: 1020 S Washington St, Owosso, MI 48867 · Phone: (989) 729-3500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Oct 2023 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Oct 2023 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Baker College is a private non-profit trade school in Owosso, Michigan offering medical assistant, radiology & sonography, and culinary programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and program-specific accreditors.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Baker College is $25,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,833; the campus's own completion rate versus the state average of 56.9% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Baker College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 37.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $55,450 | $76,420 | $81,700 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $42,170 | $60,070 | $74,090 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,110 | $54,120 | $67,100 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,180 | $48,120 | $61,470 |
| Surgical technologists | $43,690 | $63,320 | $76,470 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,090 | $49,990 | $59,190 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 33 | $29,766 | $29,840 | $18,834 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 28 | $41,277 | $39,979 | $18,850 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 21 | $28,205 | $27,491 | $12,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | $10,731 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 16 | $28,205 | $27,491 | $12,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 15 | $30,827 | $29,006 | $20,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $41,277 | $39,979 | $18,850 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | $29,766 | $29,840 | $18,834 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $31,327 | $38,289 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $41,277 | $39,979 | $18,850 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | $44,689 | $37,328 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | $44,689 | $37,328 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $31,327 | $38,289 | $5,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $36,874 | $33,993 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Baker College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Owosso, Michigan, a distant town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants where eligible. Its accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission along with program-specific accreditors such as the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the American Occupational Therapy Association's accreditation council, the American Physical Therapy Association's education commission, and the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation. Among its 14 program families, the most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs (66 completions), radiology and sonography programs (39), and culinary and pastry programs (37).
On outcomes, the state average completion rate for comparable programs is 56.9%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $25,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,833. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 37.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled.
With medical assistant, radiology, and culinary programs among its largest offerings, this campus may suit students seeking career-focused training in healthcare support and culinary fields, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adult learners or career changers should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome data, check with the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Baker College offers 14 program families, with the most-awarded being medical assistant programs (66 completions), radiology & sonography programs (39), and culinary & pastry programs (37).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Baker College is accredited. Its accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, American Occupational Therapy Association's accreditation council, American Physical Therapy Association's education commission, and the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 37.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this specific campus and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar programs is 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $25,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,833, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (989) 729-3500 or visit https://www.baker.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Baker College is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status generally means the school reinvests revenue into educational programs rather than distributing profits to shareholders.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school at (989) 729-3500 or check its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?168847.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program lengths or formats needed to assess fit for adult career changers; contact the school directly to discuss scheduling and program options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this federal data; contact Baker College at (989) 729-3500 for specifics related to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Baker College by phone at (989) 729-3500 or visit its website at https://www.baker.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?168847 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.