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Dorsey College-Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, Michigan · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2620 Horizon Drive SE, Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 · Phone: 248588966011307 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dorsey College-Grand Rapids is a private for-profit trade school in Grand Rapids, Michigan offering EMT and paramedic training, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Dorsey College-Grand Rapids carry a median debt of $13,000 and earn a median of $29,392 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate compared to the Michigan state average of 56.9% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Dorsey College-Grand Rapids; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid, and about 16.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,360 | $39,870 | $45,130 |
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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 18 | $22,052 | $20,572 | $13,000 |
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
Dorsey College-Grand Rapids is a private for-profit trade school located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. The school's primary offering is EMT and paramedic training, with 46 completers reported in this program area out of an undergraduate enrollment of 82.
Federal data provides some outcome figures for this campus. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Michigan is 56.9%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,392. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 16.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some enrollment of lower-income students.
This campus may suit students interested specifically in EMT and paramedic career training rather than a broad range of trades, given its narrow program focus of just two program offerings. Whether the program length and format fit an adult career-changer's schedule is not detailed in the available data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's full outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dorsey College-Grand Rapids offers EMT and paramedic training, with 46 program completers reported. The campus has two program offerings total in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 16.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported in federal data. The Michigan state average completion rate for comparable programs is 56.9%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not available.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $13,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,392 for this campus.
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 its website, dorsey.edu, for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Dorsey College-Grand Rapids is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, aid eligibility rules, and accreditation oversight compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and duration for the EMT and paramedic training program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review full federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?499185.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not detail program schedules or format, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the EMT and paramedic training program are not reported in this data; contact the school for details on state licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dorsey College-Grand Rapids by visiting its website at https://www.dorsey.edu/ or by phone.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools offering EMT and paramedic training is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare campuses directly.
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.