Massage therapy schools in Michigan
Looking for massage therapy schools in Michigan? There are 12, including 1 public college and 11 private career schools. Massage therapists in Michigan earn a median $70,960 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in MI
- $70,960
- Cities with schools
- 5
Massage therapy schools by city
- Detroit (5 within 30 mi)
- Ann Arbor (3 within 30 mi)
- Farmington Hills (5 within 30 mi)
- Rochester Hills (4 within 30 mi)
- Woodhaven (5 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in Michigan
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in MichiganHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $70,960
- $34.11 an hour
- Typical range
- $32,610–$89,950
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MI
- 2,410
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many massage therapy schools are in Michigan?
We list 12 schools in Michigan with massage therapy programs: 1 public college and 11 private career schools. Campuses are in Bay City, Troy, Madison Heights, Detroit, and Saginaw.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in Michigan?
Yes. 1 public college in Michigan offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does massage therapy school cost in Michigan?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,437 to $32,665. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do massage therapists make in Michigan?
The median pay for massage therapists in Michigan is $70,960 a year, and most earn between $32,610 and $89,950, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in Michigan?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Massage therapy schools in other states
- Florida (53)
- California (20)
- Illinois (19)
- Texas (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Iowa (14)
- Louisiana (12)
- Arizona (11)
- Georgia (11)
- North Carolina (11)
- Ohio (11)
- New York (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Colorado (9)
- Minnesota (9)