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The campus of Detroit Business Institute is in Riverview, MI, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Detroit Business Institute include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in law and office and administration.
Admission at Detroit Business Institute is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2007, Detroit Business Institute had 81 students enrolled (62 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at Detroit Business Institute are female.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Detroit Business Institute-Downriver is twofold: To serve the needs of both the individual student and the community. Our role is to provide specialized vocational education which will help our students prepare for a productive career and to provide the community with employees educated in professional and vocational skills."
More complete details are provided below.
Detroit Business Institute Downriver
19100 Fort St
Riverview, MI 48193
General Phone: (734) 479-0660
http://www.dbidownriver.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 52 | medical assistant |
| Medical Administration | 9 | medical secretary |
| Law | 8 | legal secretary |
| Office And Administration | 7 | office data entry, administrative assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Detroit Business Institute in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 76 | 5 |
In 2007, Detroit Business Institute had a total enrollment of 81 students (62 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 3% |
| Women | 97% |
| Full-Time | 69% |
| Part-Time | 31% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 55 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 87% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Riverview, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 36 | 36 | 100% | 36 | 100% |
| Men | 1 | 1 | 100% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 35 | 35 | 100% | 35 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,205 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,205 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
Financial Aid:
Detroit Business Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3005700)
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Detroit Business Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study
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