Baker College of Jackson, with roots since 1941, has its campus in Jackson, a quiet rural area in Michigan. It has approximately 1,500 undergraduates and offers computer sciences, paralegal, teacher preparation and information systems programs, among others. Its facilities include modern classrooms that mimic real-world work spaces and a curriculum that is committed to practical education. Students can take part in intramural sports, volunteer, seek tutoring services or join a study group. The college aims to prepare its students for real-world employment.