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Michigan's mental health workforce needs align with surprisingly affordable training options across the state's five programs. University of Michigan-Dearborn offers the lowest net cost at $10,904, while graduates from Central Michigan University earn $37,208 annually. The state's expanding healthcare sector, driven partly by automotive industry employee assistance programs and community health initiatives, creates steady demand for these specialized roles.
5
Programs
$10,904 – $19,988
Net Price Range
$32,535
Avg. Program Earnings
57.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,904 $14,944 56.6% 54.1%
2 $16,041 $14,190 61.8% 79.0%
3 $16,179 $32,300 68.1% 90.5%
4 $17,485 $13,304 50.8% 70.6%
5 $19,988 $23,324 49.5% 98.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $9,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

University of Michigan-Dearborn's $10,904 net cost reflects strong state funding and lower living expenses in the Detroit metro area. Davenport University's $19,988 cost includes private tuition pricing, though their 98.91% acceptance rate makes admission highly accessible.

How do graduation rates compare across these mental health programs?

University of Detroit Mercy leads with a 68.1% graduation rate, followed closely by Central Michigan at 61.8%. Northern Michigan and Davenport both struggle with completion rates below 51%, despite Northern Michigan's lower $17,485 net cost.

Where do graduates typically find employment in Michigan's mental health field?

Michigan's automotive companies increasingly hire mental health professionals for employee assistance programs, while community health centers serve Detroit, Grand Rapids, and rural areas. The state's opioid crisis response has also created positions in substance abuse counseling and crisis intervention services.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.