Schoolcraft College · Strategic Plan

Building momentum toward 2031.

A shared direction for transformational learning experiences—built with students, employees and community at the center.

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Mission

To provide a transformational learning experience designed to increase the capacity of individuals and groups to achieve intellectual, social and economic goals.

Vision

To be a first-choice provider of educational services: a strategic, high-integrity organization that provides value beyond expectations.

Values

Student success, ethical practice, diversity, community impact, innovation, lifelong learning and broad access to higher education.

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Built together

Listening created the plan.

SC Momentum 2031 grew from campus-wide conversations, student insight, community feedback and collaborative data analysis.

400+employees engaged 52hour-long sessions 427community responses 8student advisors

Four strategic priorities

From aspiration to action.

Each priority connects a clear direction with objectives and measures that make progress visible.

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The Student Journey

Support every student’s unique goals through connection, fewer barriers and academic, societal and personal support.

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Objectives

  1. Continuously improve the full student lifecycle.
  2. Champion quality education and superior support services.
  3. Remove structural barriers and help students overcome societal challenges.
  4. Prepare students with durable, social and technical skills.

How progress is measured

  • Student Experience Index
  • Fall-to-Fall Retention
  • Early Credit Momentum
  • 3-Year Student Success

Organizational Sustainability

Invest in employees, strengthen College infrastructure and provide modern, welcoming facilities.

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Objectives

  1. Cultivate transparency, accountability and collaboration.
  2. Use data to refine processes and allocate resources.
  3. Equip campus for a modern educational experience.

How progress is measured

  • Employee Experience Index
  • Financial Sustainability
  • Employee Turnover
  • Facilities Condition Index

Workforce & Industry Collaboration

Create upward career mobility through mentorship, placement programming and curriculum alignment.

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Objectives

  1. Create advancement and career pathways.
  2. Align curriculum with industry standards.
  3. Expand experiential learning opportunities.

How progress is measured

  • Graduate Workforce Placement
  • Employer Satisfaction
  • Living-Wage Career Alignment
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Community Hub

Be deeply rooted in the communities Schoolcraft serves—a welcoming place to learn, connect and thrive.

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Objectives

  1. Collaborate with residents, businesses and K-12 partners.
  2. Support local events and human connection.
  3. Tell Schoolcraft’s story and strengthen its identity.

How progress is measured

  • Community Perception
  • Personal & Professional Learning
  • Regional Market Share

Implementation & beyond

Momentum is measured in meaningful change.

Implementation and communication plans establish ownership, streamline work and create accountability—keeping the College aligned as needs evolve.

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