Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Spring Arbor, Michigan |
| Online | arbor.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Free Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Spring Arbor, Michigan, Spring Arbor University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Free Methodist faith. In the most recent statistical year 1,504 prospective students applied, and 952 were granted admission. Of those admitted 208 enrolled in the school. 2,471 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 647 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $29,872 plus fees of $600. SAU is ranked 418 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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SAU is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Spring Arbor University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#418 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#281 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#8 in Best Private Colleges in Michigan
#325 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1190 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $600 |
| Room and Board | $10,456 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,780 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,508 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 31% |
| Work and Family Studies | 14% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Education | 10% |
| Human Services | 9% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=172334 IPEDS survey data for Spring Arbor University.
Current students may use the Spring Arbor University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.