MISSION:

Oakland Community College is a student-centered institution that provides high-quality learning opportunities and services for individuals, communities and organizations on an accessible and affordable basis.

VISION:

OCC is a comprehensive institution of higher learning that effectively meets community needs and student interest in a measurable manner, promoting student success. 

Highland Lakes Campus

The Highland Lakes campus in Waterford houses OCC’s accredited programs in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, and Medical Assisting in state-of-the-art facilities. In addition to the Nursing program, among the largest in Michigan, the campus is one of the few places in the state that offers a Sign Language Interpreter program. 

Highland Lakes also features 160 acres of rolling wooded land that offers both students and the community a myriad of walking trails and other recreational opportunities. Students and community residents are also welcome to use the full gym, fitness center, racquetball and tennis courts, and volleyball courts.