At Baker College, we believe there’s no such thing as one size fits all. That’s why, we’re launching our newest flagship campus in Royal Oak—a safe, energetic and walkable city that’s as diverse as our community of students. Now, you can take advantage of everything the greater Metro Detroit area has to offer while you work toward earning your degree.
A Modern Campus for Modern Learners
Walking distance from downtown
State-of-the-art classrooms
On-premise parking
Campus Construction Updates
We’re hard at work bringing our Royal Oak campus to life. Take a look at our latest progress.
A Vibrant Place to Live, Work, Play and Learn
Parks & Recreation
Royal Oak is home to 50 scenic parks that are perfect for exercising, studying or just relaxing. Many parks offer public courts and play fields for team sports like sand volleyball, soccer and football.
Dining and Drinks
Planning to grab a bite with friends after class? Satisfy your appetite at Metro Detroit’s best bars and restaurants, including Detroit Eatery, Cafe Muse and many more!
Shop Local
When you’re in the mood for a little retail therapy, try stopping by Saffron, a funky boutique with hippie-style apparel. Or pop in to the Rail & Anchor and peruse their unique selection of gifts and home decor.
Street Festivals
Community-wide events like the Arts, Beats & Eats festival and the Royal Oak Winter Blast are excellent ways to socialize and soak up the local culture.
Concerts and Live Music
If you’re a fan of the performing arts, you’ll definitely want to check out the Royal Oak Music Theater. This historic venue hosts tons of amazing musicians and entertainers.
Unique Attractions
Stop by the Royal Oak Farmers Market, spend an afternoon exploring the Detroit Zoo or catch a stand-up comedy show at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle.
Currently enrolled at Baker College of Auburn Hills?
Make the move to Royal Oak with us!
We’re transitioning our Auburn Hills campus to our new location in Royal Oak. Making the switch is easy—our Royal Oak campus is just 24 minutes away from Auburn Hills and will offer all the same programs. To assist students making the transition to Royal Oak from the Auburn Hills campus, we’ve created the On the Move scholarship worth up to $1,000 per semester.
Our Location
Baker College of Royal Oak
420 S. Lafayette Ave.
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Quality Programs at an Affordable Price
The world needs what you have to offer, and we’re committed to helping you get the education you need to make a difference. We’re proud to provide a wide variety of financial aid opportunities and one of the most affordable tuition rates in the state of Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applying to Baker College is quick, easy and convenient. All you have to do to get started is complete our online application form.
Yes! Our transfer evaluation process gives you maximum credit for the undergraduate coursework you’ve already completed—up to 90 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree in a similar area of study.
Our Royal Oak campus will open in spring 2023.
Yes, we offer in-person, online, and virtual courses so that you can earn your degree wherever and whenever works best for you.
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