Overview
Henry Ford College is a public community college in Dearborn, Michigan.
It offers associate degrees and certificates across business, computer technology, health professions, industrial and skilled trades, the arts and the sciences, with more than 100 academic and professional trades programs listed on its programs page. Students can start at the college and transfer to a four-year university, and credits earned toward an associate degree are designed to carry over.
The college also grants a bachelor's degree on campus in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, and its culinary programs include a student-run restaurant and hands-on kitchen labs. Beyond degree study, the college runs an English Language Institute for non-native speakers of English, workforce and continuing education classes, skilled trades and apprenticeship programs, cooperative education and internships, and the Henry Ford II Honors Program.
Campus life includes student clubs, theatre, music, art, the WHFR radio station and seven varsity Hawks teams in basketball, baseball, golf, softball, volleyball and wrestling.
The college describes itself as a welcoming college and has long ties to the large Arab American community in the Dearborn area, including a dedicated community liaison position.
Location & Contact
Henry Ford College's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.
Academic Details
Henry Ford College's key academic numbers — student body size, staffing, and accreditation context.
Academic Structures
Henry Ford College's academic structure — schools, colleges, and divisions — is listed below.
Unit 8 items
- Business
- Computer Technology, Computer Information Systems, and Cybersecurity
- Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management
- Health Professions, Children’s Education, Fitness, and Nursing
- Industrial Arts, Professional Trades, and Technology
- Liberal Arts + Media Arts, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
- Trade and Apprentice
Programs Offered
Henry Ford College's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.
147 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States
Bachelor's Degree 2 programmes
Associate's Degree 95 programmes
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Certificate 50 programmes
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How to apply to Henry Ford College
A five-step guide to applying to Henry Ford College.
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Find a programme that fits your goals
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Henry Ford College runs 147 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Confirm you meet the requirements
Before applying to Henry Ford College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United States.
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Assemble your application package
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Henry Ford College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Submit your application
Lodge your application through the official website (www.hfcc.edu). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Contact admissions and follow up
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at 1-313-845-9600. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Henry Ford College
Below are key facts about Henry Ford College, drawn directly from institutional records.
How old is Henry Ford College?
The institution opened in 1938 (approximately 88 years ago).
In which city is Henry Ford College?
Henry Ford College is based in Dearborn, United States.
What is Henry Ford College's control type?
Henry Ford College operates as a public institution.
How many students study at Henry Ford College?
Henry Ford College has approximately 8,643 students.
How many faculties does Henry Ford College have?
The institution comprises 8 academic units.
What is Henry Ford College's official website?
The institution's website is www.hfcc.edu.
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