Adrian College
About Adrian College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Adrian College is a private college in Adrian, Michigan. It offers programs in business, criminal justice, kinesiology, and geology, with a growing campus and strong club and varsity athletics programs in southeastern Michigan.
Founded
1859
Location
Adrian, Michigan
Students
1,696
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
48.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$41,684
Per year
Avg Net Price
$25,368
After financial aid
SAT Average
1034
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$55,504
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Adrian College accepts 72.5% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1034/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.4%
4-Year Grad
39%
6-Year Grad
50%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44.4%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 65.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$41,684
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$20,260
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,003
After Financial Aid
$25,368
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$19,542
Receive Grants
30.8%
Take Loans
70.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $56,003/yr, including $20,260 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $25,368.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Adrian College fund their education.
While in School
30.8%
Get Grants
Free money
70.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$68,386
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $56K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Adrian College.
Gender
42.6%
Female
57%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,604
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
92
Graduates
31%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.4%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 31% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.3% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,604
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Adrian College fields 17 varsity teams with 918 student athletes, about 57% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Michigan
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
17
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
918
57% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
568
Men
350
Women
13
Men's Teams
15
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Adrian Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$55,504
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$37K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$42K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$64K
30 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
—
15 grads
Marketing
$44K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.