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
73%Acceptance
1051SAT Avg
6,004Students
15:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$51,955Earnings 10yr
$14,582Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate72.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1051
Reading & WritingMid: 545
480590
MathMid: 520
460570
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
1925
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
Programs (80)
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
More About This School
Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia