Overview
Enrollment
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 1,760 prospective students applied, and 1,055 were granted admission. Of those admitted 231 enrolled in the school. 2,234 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 451 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $30,440 plus fees of $640. SAU is ranked 473 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Outcomes
Value
SAU is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Spring Arbor University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#473 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#323 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#9 in Best Private Colleges in Michigan
#344 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 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 | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $640 |
| Room and Board | $10,456 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,780 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,116 |
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% |
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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.