Kalamazoo Valley Community College ranked most popular college choice for Class of 2022 graduates

According to a recently published report by MLive.com of data collected by MI School Data, the most popular college of choice for the class of 2022 graduates is the same for every Kalamazoo County district school: Kalamazoo Valley Community College. KVCC was the top choice in the entire Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency area.

In an article published to Kalamazoo Valley Community College’s website, college president L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D. reacted to the report, saying, "We are gratified that students and their families are continuing to embrace the high-quality educational programs and support services offered by Kalamazoo Valley. This top ranking comes as no surprise to us because we work diligently to make sure that the college is a great place where all students can learn, grow, thrive and find success."

Kalamazoo Valley Community College was started in 1966 and is a fully accredited public two-year college that has nearly 10,000 students enrolled. The school offers 50 different associate degrees and certificate programs in 60 different areas of study. The college also operates the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Center for New Media, an urban farm and food hub, as well as several student-run restaurants.

Paige Eagan, Ph.D., who serves as the provost and vice president for instruction and student services, also weighed in on the report, saying, "Especially during our celebration of Community College Month in April, this is great news. I am proud of our faculty, staff and administrators who together serve all students. We work closely with K-12 partners, community members and organizations to make sure Valley is a great place for learners of all ages and backgrounds."

Summer semester classes at Kalamazoo Valley Community College began back on May 8, and Fall semester classes will begin on September 6. Registration information can be found on the school’s website.

MI School Data is the official source for pre-K, K-12, postsecondary, and workforce data in the State of Michigan. Its information is used to help policy makers, educators, and residents make informed decisions related to student access and success. 

More information about MI School Data can be found on its website, and more information about Kalamazoo Valley Community College can be found on the school’s website.