Human Services at Grace Christian University

Grace Christian University's Human Services program produces graduates earning $35,205 in their first year—below the national median but exactly matching Michigan's state median. What matters more for families is the context: this is one of only two schools offering this bachelor's in Michigan, and it ranks in the 60th percentile statewide. The narrow availability means direct in-state comparisons are limited, but against national benchmarks, this program sits solidly in the middle of the pack.

The debt picture requires attention. Graduates carry $36,149 in loans against that $35,205 starting salary, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio just over 1.0. While the debt level itself is only slightly above the national median for Human Services programs, the ratio suggests first-year budgets will be tight. For perspective, many financial aid experts recommend keeping this ratio under 1.0, and graduates here are just over that threshold. The school serves a large population of Pell-eligible students (50%), which often correlates with higher financial need.

For families considering this program, the calculation is straightforward: you're getting access to one of Michigan's few Human Services bachelor's programs, with outcomes that match state averages but trail national performance. The debt load is manageable but not comfortable. If staying in Michigan is the priority and your student is committed to human services work, this delivers predictable if modest returns.