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Saginaw Valley State University

University Center, Michigan 48710

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

Saginaw Valley State University is a public institution in University Center with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1051, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 6K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,955 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,582.

Established
1963
Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Cardinal!
Type
Public university
Conference
following sports: Men's Baseball Basketball Cross country Football Golf Soccer Track and field Swimming and Diving Women's Basketball Cross country Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving Tennis Track and field Volleyball Golf Lacrosse The Junior Varsity football program dates to 1974; Varsity football started
Division
Division II

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73%Acceptance
1051SAT Avg
6,004Students
15:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$51,955Earnings 10yr
$14,582Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Saginaw Valley State University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate72.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1051

Reading & WritingMid: 545
480590
MathMid: 520
460570

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1925

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

72.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1051

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$12,240
Tuition (out-of-state)$28,752
Room & Board$11,700
Books & Supplies$1,120
Total Cost of Attendance$24,043
Average Net Price$14,582
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,545
$30–48K$11,338
$48–75K$13,963
$75–110K$16,972
$110K+$18,491

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$14,582

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

48.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

42

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (80)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
6,004
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
32%

Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Black 8%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate53.8%
Freshman Retention75.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$43,530
8 Years$47,805
10 Years$51,955

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$39,000
Men
$48,200

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

More About This School

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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