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2019 Safest College Campuses in MichiganAbout this List

The 2019 Safest College Campuses ranking is based on key statistics and student reviews using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Top-ranked colleges offer a safe and healthy environment for little or no campus crime, drugs, or alcohol usage. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Rochester College

    • 4 Year
    • Rochester Hills, MI
    • 268
    1 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Freshman: Rochester College has helped me grow so much in just one semester. It taught me responsibility, and gave me a chance to use all my teachings about manners and put them to use. The atmosphere is great and helped me build my faith. It is a great opportunity and anyone should consider!
    Read 268 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,472 Net Price
    • 860-1110 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  2. Cornerstone University

    • 4 Year
    • Grand Rapids, MI
    • 651
    2 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Freshman: There were so many good things I loved about Cornerstone for just being there one year! CU has a small environment that you see familiar faces daily. I feel the professors really care about me. I know I have created relationships that will last a lifetime. I am excited to build stronger relationships next year. I know my faith has grown so much. Being away from my family and developing what I believe is true for myself has been an awesome journey. I have learned to hear from God more. My year was far from perfect. I would describe my first year at Cornerstone overwhelming. The word overwhelming can be a bad thing but can also be a good thing. I learned to let go of many situations and let God. I learned God can turn any bad situation into a good one to bring Him. I am excited for years to come to learn more in the education setting, athletically, with relationships, and with my faith. I have learned so much so far and cannot wait to learn more. Highly recommend Cornerstone!
    Read 651 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Safety
    • 67% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,475 Net Price
    • 920-1160 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  3. Grace Christian University

    • 4 Year
    • Wyoming, MI
    • 155
    3 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Junior: I am so excited that the criminal justice program is being offered as a bachelor's degree now. I can't believe that the school has such awesome, credentialed professors leading the program and helping students take their next steps into criminal justice careers!
    Read 155 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Safety
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,904 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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    College for Creative Studies

    • 4 Year
    • Detroit, MI
    • 518

    Niche User: What I really love about CCS is the way teachers and students interact with one another, the attention to the student's needs, and the major specific based curriculum I've always wanted to experience first hand. As an artist, you are always asking for constructive criticism and help with improving your artwork. Not only does CCS staff and teacher help you with that they build a relationship with their students. Students are able to thrive in a community where all artist big and small are welcome. The people at CCS are so helpful and invested in students work that at the end of each semester they talk to each individual student about their work personally to get that one on one feedback for their work. In the heart of downtown Detroit and the influence of the Detroit Institute of Arts, CCS is a match made in heaven for any artist
    Read 518 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 49% Acceptance Rate
    • $36,870 Net Price
    • 970-1200 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  5. Baker College of Allen Park

    • 4 Year
    • Allen Park, MI
    • 244
    4 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Junior: As a new transfer student, I love it here! I used to attend Henry Ford and I just felt like there was too many students there and none of the faculty members actually focused on me. Here in Baker, its the opposite. I have faculty members who know me personally and who actually enjoy helping me rather than feeling obligated to assisting me. I am glad I transferred over to Baker College of Allen Park. There is plenty of resources and programs waiting for the students to use.
    Read 244 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,540 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  6. Baker College of Owosso

    • 4 Year
    • Owosso, MI
    • 257
    5 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: Baker College of Owosso is an awesome school, in my opinion. The instructors are proficient in what they teach the students, and they are also very fair when grading assignments. The lowest grade I got was a D-, and that was because I failed to keep up with commenting on the discussion board every week for the entire 16 week semester. Obviously there's going to be some challenges you'll face as a student, but you'll have to be able to face them with confidence because failure isn't a great idea, it's an expensive one. However, what I have learned in all of the classes I have taken so far challenged me in a particular way but if you struggle, there's free help in the Math & Writing center within the Academic Resource Center.
    When it comes to campus life, there aren't that many people to befriend unless you go out of your way to stay in contact with them in the following semesters. Also, partying is frowned upon from what I've heard.
    Read 257 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,216 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  7. Schoolcraft College

    • 4 Year
    • Livonia, MI
    • 607
    6 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Freshman: I enjoyed the amount of resources available to me despite the college only being a community college.
    The staff make sure to be there for your mental and academic success.
    In no way would a professor ever decline a student the need for extra attention towards their journey in reaching their academic goals.
    At the beginning of each lecture, the professors make it clear that they want to see each of their students strive for excellence.
    The school makes me feel safe and free to walk around campus without a worry in the world that a thing could go wrong!
    Read 607 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $7,704 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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  9. Aquinas College - Michigan

    • 4 Year
    • Grand Rapids, MI
    • 563
    7 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Freshman: The professors care about you and help you when you have questions! The campus is located near the city, but you feel like you are in your own village in the woods and don't realize the city is so close. The only downfall at the college is the food and the dorms. The wifi used to be an issue, but it is currently being updated and is a lot better. There are so many different things to do on campus and many things to do off campus. Grand Rapids is only a short walk away. Even though the campus isn't as big as some university's, you are always meeting new people and good friends. The sport teams at Aquinas are very good and a lot of fun to watch. While I have been at school there have been a lot of varsity teams that have made it to nationals. If you are looking to be a well rounded individual aquinas provides that for you because it is a Liberal arts college.
    Read 563 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Safety
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,441 Net Price
    • 1020-1220 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  10. Michigan Technological University

    • 4 Year
    • Houghton, MI
    • 913
    8 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Alum: Michigan Tech is a fun and challenging school surrounded by the incredible Keweenaw Peninsula. You can earn a highly respected degree and enjoy fishing, snowmobiling, world class mountain biking, countless waterfalls, and the locally famous Jampot. In addition, the annual Winter Carnival in unique all its own with snow statues that require scaffolding they are so big!
    Read 913 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Safety
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,139 Net Price
    • 1160-1340 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  11. Northwestern Michigan College

    • 4 Year
    • Traverse City, MI
    • 379
    9 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Senior: Northwestern Michigan College is a great community college. I actually think I received a better education and had better professors here than I did at a University I attended years ago. There Medical programs in general are very good. The classes for the medical programs such as Anatomy and Physiology, math, and chemistry are tough but after passing them with flying colors ( because I basically dedicated my life to school), I realized how much I learned because of how focused and dedicated I had to be to pass them. The professors are very well educated and take the time to really let the students grasp the material in the courses. You can tell the professors enjoy their jobs and enjoy watching students learn the material. I would recommend NMC (Northwestern Michigan College) to anyone wanting to pursue an education in Traverse City, Michigan. Another perk is living in Traverse City as well. Sooo beautiful!
    Read 379 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $8,630 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  14. College for Creative Studies

    • 4 Year
    • Detroit, MI
    • 518
    10 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Niche User: What I really love about CCS is the way teachers and students interact with one another, the attention to the student's needs, and the major specific based curriculum I've always wanted to experience first hand. As an artist, you are always asking for constructive criticism and help with improving your artwork. Not only does CCS staff and teacher help you with that they build a relationship with their students. Students are able to thrive in a community where all artist big and small are welcome. The people at CCS are so helpful and invested in students work that at the end of each semester they talk to each individual student about their work personally to get that one on one feedback for their work. In the heart of downtown Detroit and the influence of the Detroit Institute of Arts, CCS is a match made in heaven for any artist
    Read 518 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Safety
    • 49% Acceptance Rate
    • $36,870 Net Price
    • 970-1200 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  15. Baker College of Muskegon

    • 4 Year
    • Muskegon, MI
    • 522
    11 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: Over all Baker College was a great choice for my first college. Baker had a specific program I wanted to start with. Once starting the program, I struggled at finding my studying habits but finally got it down. The professors here are very nice and hard working. They want to see you succeed in every class and pass the class. They try to help you to their best ability whether it's with in class experience or outside experience. My classmates are very helpful when it comes to getting questions answered or working in group projects. Getting books and supplies are a little pricey but books get price matched from amazon or Barnes and Noble. Overall, Baker was the best choice for me and to get start into the career I wanted to get into.
    Read 522 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,003 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  16. Henry Ford College

    • 4 Year
    • Dearborn, MI
    • 545
    12 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: I am in my second year at Henry Ford College with a major in Biology. Henry Ford has a very diverse student body which allows for the opportunity to create new friendships and connections. The classrooms are average with about 25 students per class. Through each of my classes, i have made new friendships and many are within my major and have a similar goal. I have had a pretty good experience with Henry Ford College so far, hopefully my last year continues to stay true!
    Read 545 Reviews

    • C-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $3,469 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  18. Concordia University - Ann Arbor

    • 4 Year
    • Ann Arbor, MI
    • 182
    13 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Junior: This school is nothing but amazing. I transferred here from a large university, and CUAA is honestly the best school I could have transferred to. Everyone is so friendly and the academics are amazing. I would recommend this university to everyone, especially if you are seeking a school where people care.
    Read 182 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Safety
    • 46% Acceptance Rate
    • $25,137 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  19. Northwood University - Midland

    • 4 Year
    • Midland, MI
    • 266
    14 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Senior: Northwood University has been everything I have hoped for and more. I have been involved with athletics, RSOs, Greek Life, and have gotten multiple internships throughout my time at NU. The professors really care and are easily accessible. They all have real life experience in what they are teaching, which always keeps the classes interesting. Midland is a nice, quaint, safe place to live. If you choose to go to Northwood, get involved because it will pay off in the end. It is a great networking school as well!
    Read 266 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Safety
    • 69% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,286 Net Price
    • 1000-1160 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  20. Baker College Center for Graduate Studies

    • 4 Year
    • Flint, MI
    • 56
    15 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Junior: Working full-time to support my family, I was left with very few options to obtain my bachelors degree. But, Baker College Center for Graduate Studies allows me to take 100% online classes, which allows me to do homework outside of work. The teachers are fantastic and really care about the students. Even through the classes are 100% online, the engagement between myself and other classmates, isn't lacking.
    Read 56 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $14,033 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  21. Baker College of Flint

    • 4 Year
    • Flint, MI
    • 531
    16 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Graduate Student: I love Baker! The teachers are excellent and really want you to succeed. The small classes help to have more one on one relationship with the professor. I would recommend Baker!
    Read 531 Reviews

    • C-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,983 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  22. University of Michigan - Dearborn

    • 4 Year
    • Dearborn, MI
    • 1,142
    17 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: This place is great! At first, I was worried about going here instead of Ann Arbor when I was accepted to both campuses, but after a year, I can say that the University of Michigan - Dearborn has exceeded my expectations by far. The best things about the college are the professors and the social atmosphere, which is surprisingly good for a commuter school.
    Read 1,142 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Safety
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,692 Net Price
    • 1100-1300 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  25. Calvin College

    • 4 Year
    • Grand Rapids, MI
    • 864
    18 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Freshman: I am a freshman at Calvin and so far I love it! Everyone, students, professors, staff, are all incredibly friendly. The campus is beautiful, full of lawns, trees, and cute squirrels. What I love most is Calvin's intentional faith community. The variety of chapels, individual dorm bible studies and worship, and the team of committed chaplains and pastors make deepening my faith easy.
    Read 864 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Safety
    • 83% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,306 Net Price
    • 1100-1330 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  26. Baker College of Clinton Township

    • 4 Year
    • Clinton Township, MI
    • 225
    19 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: I love Baker College of Clinton Township because it is a small, private-college with a small number of students. The small class sizes helped me get the personal attention I needed if I ever struggled with a class. It has many resources to help you succeed such as a writing center with expert writers that give you instant feedback on your papers, an academic resource center with several tutors and a library with several computers, a cafe that provides a healthy menu so you don't have to go to class hungry, a bookstore where you can buy items such as school supplies, textbooks, and apparel, and so many other resources that make it easy for students to succeed.
    Read 225 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Safety
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,876 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  27. Alma College

    • 4 Year
    • Alma, MI
    • 468
    20 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Junior: Alma is a great place to come to school! Although it is small in size, there is a truly unique communal energy on campus, while still getting the college experience. The administration and faculty really care about your education, and because of the small class sizes, your professors honestly notice and appreciate your hard work. There are SO many on-campus clubs and organizations to choose from, it is easy to make Alma feel like home!
    Read 468 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Safety
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,086 Net Price
    • 1030-1230 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  28. Madonna University

    • 4 Year
    • Livonia, MI
    • 466
    21 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: I love the friendliness of the faculty. The student life is great. The students and professors are working to help everyone strive to be better. The classes are long but they pay off at the end. Tuition is cheaper than most universities. The campus is beautiful in the winter and summer. It feels like home if your coming from out of state. Madonna is a catholic University but they do not influence your religion. Their goal is to help you become the better you! They provide easy services for any need you may have. They honestly prepare you for your career and when you graduate, you will see all your had work has finally paid off.
    Read 466 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Safety
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $16,524 Net Price
    • 840-1050 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  29. Ferris State University

    • 4 Year
    • Big Rapids, MI
    • 1,926
    22 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Junior: Still a Ferris State University student, I earn Ferris credits at Mott Community College in Flint, Michigan. This option that Ferris offers gives me the opportunity to save money while graduating from my dream school. My program is incredible and affordable. I'm able to travel to campus for athletics and events which is awesome!
    Read 1,926 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Safety
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,973 Net Price
    • 940-1170 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  32. Oakland University

    • 4 Year
    • Rochester, MI
    • 2,118
    23 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Freshman: I love Oakland Iniversity. The staff and students are all so very friendly and helpful. If you have a question about anything, there is always someone here to help you out. The Honors College staff are exceptional and extremely helpful. It doesn’t matter how busy they are, they always make time for you and make you feel important. The informational session for the Honors College was so helpful in helping me make my final decision to attend here at Oakland University. Everyone here is so approachable and kind. The classrooms are very nice, not to mention the Oak View Honors dorms! This is a beautiful building and has very nice dorms. This is my new home and I cannot say enough about how much I love Oakland University.
    Read 2,118 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Safety
    • 84% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,123 Net Price
    • 1010-1230 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  33. Olivet College

    • 4 Year
    • Olivet, MI
    • 268
    24 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Sophomore: Olivet College is a very nice school all together. What it distinctly lacks in activities to participate in on campus is made up for in the academic aspects of the college. The teachers are all available and extremely willing to help out the students almost all of the time. With Olivet having such a small student base, most of the teachers have plenty of time to help the students learn or better understand the content of each class. Besides this, the school's food is fairly decent for the most part with some exceptions. However, it has improved greatly in this aspect as this past year has progressed.
    Read 268 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Safety
    • 70% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,282 Net Price
    • 870-1180 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  34. Northern Michigan University

    • 4 Year
    • Marquette, MI
    • 963
    25 Safest College Campuses in Michigan

    Senior: Northern is an amazing school! Not only is it less than a mile from Lake Superior and a bunch of hiking trails and the adorable downtown Marquette, but the university is amazing! The professors are always there to help, I don’t think I have heard anything bad about any professors here. The class sizes are smaller which allows for great discussion and opportunities to get the help you need. There are hundreds of campus resources and staff to assist you with any problem to do with school, homework, personal issues, starting a club, planning, etc. They’re currently working on helping rebuild campus and update the residence life and university center. This campus is going to be construction free and beautiful within a year! The students are happier than any university I have ever seen.
    Read 963 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Safety
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $14,005 Net Price
    • 940-1150 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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    Michigan State University

    • 4 Year
    • East Lansing, MI
    • 5,207

    Freshman: I am attending Michigan State University this fall! While on my visit to campus I met quite a few students and teachers who were all very pleasant to chat with and spanned a variety of cultures. I loved that the dorms are bigger than many other universities, I didn't feel claustrophobic like I did on other college tours. The dorms, while nice, can never live up to how beautiful the campus actually is on the outside! With green grass and stunning architecture, there is a place for everyone and everything on campus!
    Read 5,207 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 72% Acceptance Rate
    • $16,684 Net Price
    • 1100-1320 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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    Grace Christian University

    • 4 Year
    • Wyoming, MI
    • 155

    Junior: I am so excited that the criminal justice program is being offered as a bachelor's degree now. I can't believe that the school has such awesome, credentialed professors leading the program and helping students take their next steps into criminal justice careers!
    Read 155 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,904 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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