The graduation rate measures the share of students who complete their degree within 150% of normal program time — for a 4-year degree, that's 6 years. A higher rate signals stronger academic support, financial aid, and student services. Low graduation rates may indicate higher dropout risk, often tied to cost, academic fit, or institutional support gaps. Southwest Michigan Beauty School's 100% graduation rate places it in the Excellent tier — ranked among the top-completing colleges in the country.
| # | College | Grad Rate | Rating | Retention | In-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Detroit Business Institute-Downriver
Riverview
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 100% | N/A |
| 2 |
Chamberlain University-Michigan
Troy
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 60% | $20,785 |
| 3 |
Metro Detroit Barber College
Detroit
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 31% | N/A |
| 4 |
School of Missionary Aviation Technology
Ionia
|
94% | 🟢 Excellent | 94% | N/A |
| 5 |
Abcott Institute
Southfield
|
93% | 🟢 Excellent | 83% | N/A |