Detroit Business Institute is located in Riverview, Michigan (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Detroit Business Institute is the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Detroit Business Institute is known for its programs in law and medical assistant and technician.
The school does not offer open admission.
Detroit Business Institute had 94 enrolled students in 2005. A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Detroit Business Institute 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 48192
General Phone: (734) 479-0660
Admissions Phone: (734) 479-0660
Financial Aid Phone: (734) 479-0660
http://www.dbidownriver.com
Detroit Business Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 59 | medical assistant |
| Medical Adminstration | 14 | medical secretary |
| Office And Administration | 13 | office data entry, administrative assistant |
| Law | 12 | legal secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Detroit Business Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 72 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 26 | 4 |
In 2005, Detroit Business Institute had a total enrollment of 94 students (73 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 3% |
| Women | 97% |
| Full-Time | 50% |
| Part-Time | 50% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Other Races | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 75% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Riverview, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 30 | 30 | 100% | 30 | 100% |
| Men | 1 | 1 | 100% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 29 | 29 | 100% | 29 | 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 |
Admissions Phone Number: (734) 479-0660
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,650 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,650 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
Financial Aid:
Detroit Business Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3005700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (734) 479-0660
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
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% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
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