Siena Heights University
About Siena Heights University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Siena Heights University is a private Catholic university in Adrian, Michigan. It offers programs in business, criminal justice, nursing, and community leadership, with a Dominican heritage and both on-campus and online options.
Founded
1919
Location
Adrian, Michigan
Students
1,648
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
68.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
38.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$30,778
Per year
Avg Net Price
$17,124
After financial aid
SAT Average
954
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$57,529
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
68.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Siena Heights University accepts 68.9% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
954/ 1600
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
38.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70%
4-Year Grad
38%
6-Year Grad
50%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 38% graduation rate is below average, but 70% 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
$30,778
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,530
Books & Supplies
$1,212
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,449
After Financial Aid
$17,124
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,624
Receive Grants
34.2%
Take Loans
67.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $44,449/yr, including $13,530 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $17,124.
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 Siena Heights University fund their education.
While in School
34.2%
Get Grants
Free money
67.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$38,665
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$199/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $18,750 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Siena Heights University.
Gender
54.5%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,495
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
153
Graduates
44.3%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
30.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 44.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,495
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Siena Heights University fields 12 varsity teams with 782 student athletes, about 52% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
Wolverine-Hoosier
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
782
52% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
459
Men
323
Women
10
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Siena Heights Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$57,529
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$47K
82 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$77K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$67K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$78K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$53K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Community Organization and Advocacy
$34K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $50K six years out, growing to $58K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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