WCCCD Ranked Among Top 25 Nationally for Associate Degrees Awarded to African Americans

DETROIT, Mich. – Jan. 13, 2026 – Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) has been ranked among the Top 25 associate degree–producing colleges in the nation, according to a December 2025 report by The EDU Ledger, a leading higher education sector publication that annually ranks the nation’s top institutions awarding degrees to African American students across all disciplines.

WCCCD ranked No. 24 nationally and was the only college in Michigan to appear on The EDU Ledger’s Top 100 list for associate degrees awarded to African Americans.

WCCCD has maintained a position in the Top 25 nationally for nearly 15 consecutive years, underscoring the District’s longstanding commitment to higher education access, equity, and student success. The EDU Ledger—formerly known as Diverse: Issues in Higher Education—also recognized WCCCD Chancellor Dr. Curtis L. Ivery with its Diverse Champions Award in 2020.

“Our mission has always been to provide pathways to better lives through higher education,” said Dr. Ivery. “We are honored to be recognized by The EDU Ledger for this work and remain committed to expanding access to world-class programs and learning opportunities for every individual who comes through our doors.”

The complete list of the Top 100 institutions ranked by the number of associate degrees awarded to African American students is available at https://top100.theeduledger.com.

About Wayne County Community College District

WCCCD, one of the largest urban-suburban community colleges in Michigan, is a multi-campus district with six campus locations and educational centers, including the Mary Ellen Stempfle University Center, the Heinz C. Prechter Educational and Performing Arts Center, the Michigan Institute for Public Safety Education (MIPSE), the Curtis L. Ivery Health and Wellness Education Center, the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Center, and the Outdoor Careers Training Center. The District serves students across 32 cities and townships, and more than 500 square miles. WCCCD is committed to the continued development of innovative programs, workforce transformation, hosting community-based training sessions, and improving student facilities and services. www.wcccd.edu.