Detroit Business Institute-Downriver ★ Hidden gem
Detroit, Michigan · Private, for-profit · 124 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Michigan high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $17,687 |
| All families (average) | $17,687 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $57,053 | +$22,244 | clears the bar | $13,583 | 0.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 72% of students receive Pell grants · 100% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.