About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Jennifer Burmeister
Campus Visit Coordinator
Campus Visit Coordinator
Address
Office of Admissions
106 East Main Street
Spring Arbor, MI 49283-9799
106 East Main Street
Spring Arbor, MI 49283-9799
Phone
800-968-0011
Email
visit@arbor.com
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Sacred Grounds (Starbucks)
Ganton Art Gallery
Poling Center - CP Federal Trading Center
University Plaza
Student Life Center
Completely updated student life center. State of-the-art trading center.
Ganton Art Gallery
Poling Center - CP Federal Trading Center
University Plaza
Student Life Center
Completely updated student life center. State of-the-art trading center.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Jackson Crossing Mall
Cascades Park - Home of Cascades Falls
Bella Notte Ristorante
Jackson Coffee Company
The Parlour - Home of the "Dare to be Great" Ice Cream Challenge
Cascades Park - Home of Cascades Falls
Bella Notte Ristorante
Jackson Coffee Company
The Parlour - Home of the "Dare to be Great" Ice Cream Challenge
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
M-F
8-5
800-968-0011
8-5
800-968-0011
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
During Office Hours
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Contact Email Address for Visit
visit@arbor.com
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Seniors and Transfers Prefferred
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus, MI. Visitors can take the Michigan Flyer Bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Jackson, Michigan.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From Chicago: Take I-94 East to Dearing Road (exit 133), turn right. Continue to M-60, turn right on M-60, and continue .7 miles to SAU.
From Indianapolis: Take I-69 to M-60 (Exit 25 toward Jackson) then drive 24 miles to SAU.
From Detroit: Take I-94 West toward Chicago to M-60 (Exit 136 toward Spring Arbor). Continue 7.5 miles to SAU.
From Toledo: Take US-23 to I-94 (Exit 35 toward Chicago). Take I-94 West to M-60 (Exit 136 Toward Spring Arbor). Continue 7.5 miles to SAU.
Local Accommodations
10 Minutes from:
Comfort Inn
Fairfield Inn
Hampton Inn
Holiday Inn
Country Hearth Inn
Country Inn & Suites
Motel 6
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Overview
Applicants: 2,698
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Average HS GPA: 3.40
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
480 - 585
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
460 - 580
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
20 - 26
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Regular — August 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Non-Academic
Character / Personal Qualities
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
15:1
Total Faculty
135
with Terminal Degree
65
81
Men
54
Women
11
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Regional Studies (U.S., Canadian, Foreign)
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting and Related Services, Other.
Accounting.
Actuarial Science.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Finance, General.
Human Resources Management and Services, Other.
Management Information Systems, General.
Operations Management and Supervision.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Broadcast Journalism.
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Family Systems.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Medical/Health Management and Clinical Assistant/Specialist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Police Science.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MILITARY SCIENCE, LEADERSHIP AND OPERATIONAL ART.
Army JROTC/ROTC.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Mathematics and Computer Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies, Other.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, Other.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Pastoral Studies/Counseling.
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other.
Theology/Theological Studies.
Youth Ministry.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Design and Visual Communications, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Film/Cinema/Video Studies.
Graphic Design.
Keyboard Instruments.
Music, General.
Music, Other.
Visual and Performing Arts, Other.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
On Campus Interviews
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Hilda Bryant
Journalist-Foreign Correspondent
Larry Carlson
President, Youth Haven Inc.
Leslie Dietzman
President, Berean Christian Stores
Rick Herter
Renowned Aviation Artist (911 Paintings)
Lloyd Ganton
CEO Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers Inc.
Babbie Mason
Contemporary Christian Recording Artist
Linda Adams
Director, International Child Care Ministries
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
On Campus Interviews
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Mar 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$15,309
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$13,630
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,716
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$15,309
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$21,998
Required Fees
$540
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$800
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$4,190
Transportation for Commuters
$768
On-Campus Room and Board
$7,900
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,721
Foreign Countries Represented
10
Demographics
69% female
31% male
12% are out of state
70% are full time
30% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
72%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
95%
Campus Environment
Rural
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
International Student
Other
Dorms Male
International Student
Other
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
Number of Honor Societies
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
Sports
Athletic Division
NAIA
10% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Cougars)
8 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Cougars)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered on-campus, at cooperating institutions: Eastern Michigan University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Michigan
Army ROTC Offered on-campus, at cooperating institutions: Eastern Michigan University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Michigan
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
90
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Apple and IBM
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
