Culinary Arts at Jackson College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson College | — | — | — | — |
| Washtenaw Community College | $33,382 | $24,642 | — | — |
| Schoolcraft Community College District | $27,248 | $31,826 | $15,750 | 0.58 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Community College | $26,843 | — | $14,382 | 0.54 |
| Ferris State University | $26,692 | — | $23,251 | 0.87 |
| Northwestern Michigan College | $26,586 | $28,685 | $14,199 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washtenaw Community College Ann Arbor | $2,736 | $33,382 | — |
| Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia | $4,448 | $27,248 | $15,750 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Community College Kalamazoo | $4,046 | $26,843 | $14,382 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $26,692 | $23,251 |
| Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City | $5,350 | $26,586 | $14,199 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Jackson College, approximately 34% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.