Academic excellence should be within reach. That’s why Baker College offers a transparent tuition model that clearly outlines your cost per credit hour and the average academic course load for your program. This way, you’ll know what to expect from the start. We also build financial savings opportunities into your experience whenever possible.  

Review the following information to learn more about the ways we help make education accessible, so you can pursue the future you want. 

Want proof we make a difference? Take a look at how our commitment to scholarships, grants, and cost-saving opportunities lowers costs and opens doors for our students. 

• Of incoming, Fall 2025 undergrad students 80% received a Baker College Scholarship*.

• 40%  of incoming, Fall 2025 undergrad students had their tuition fully covered* 

• $2,700 is the average first year housing costs after housing scholarships.** 

*New & transfer undergraduate students enrolled during the fall 2025 semester. Institutional fees, books and housing costs were not included in this calculation.

**For 2025 incoming, undergrad, first-time and transfer students who qualify for the Baker College Housing Scholarship. Max value $2,700.

Our financial advisors work with you to identify all available federal & state aid, Baker scholarships, and transferable credits and work experience to create an affordable education that fits your budget.

As a nonprofit, private college in Michigan, we are committed to making your degree affordable through a robust selection of Baker College scholarships and financial aid packages designed for every type of student.

A few scholarships we award: 

• Baker Transfer Platinum Scholarship: $9,000 per year for up to 4 years, maximum value $36,000 (for eligible students).

• Baker Bright Futures Scholarship: Specifically tailored for adult learners in Michigan, this award supports students returning to college five or more years after high school graduation or previous college enrollment.

• BC Housing Scholarship: up to 50% reduction in housing. 

• Depend of Active Military Scholarship: $1,500 er year for up to 5 years, maximum value $7,500.

• Esports Varsity Scholarship: up to full tuition, housing and books. 

Our housing scholarship reduces your costs by 50%.^ First year housing ≈ $2,700/year.

*Pending full application process, not guaranteed without review.  

Whether you are a first-year student, a recent high school graduate, a transfer, an adult with minimal college experience, or have an associate’s degree from another institution, you may be eligible for the BeFree Tuition guarantee.

Applicants must:

• Be an undergraduate student
• Be pursuing a credentialed certificate, associate’s or bachelor’s degree
• Have not previously earned a bachelor’s degree
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Qualify for the maximum Federal Pell Grant award amount (typically income below $50,000, but varies based on family size and other information from the FAFSA application)
• Have a high school or college cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Attend at least half-time
• Institutional fees not included

* For Fall 2026 undergraduate incoming students

*** Qualified students who are eligible for the maximum Pell Grant and enroll in an undergraduate program (associate degree, bachelor degree, or a credentialed certificate program) as a new student at Baker College may have their standard tuition costs covered for up to 5 years. This is funded through a combination of the Pell Grant, other federal and state grants the student qualifies for, and institutional funds. Students attending The Culinary Institute of Michigan, The Auto Diesel Institute of Michigan or College of Nursing programs will be responsible to pay specialty program tuition costs that exceed standard tuition costs. See complete rules and eligibility requirements.