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Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, MIPublicSuburb Setting
Less Selective • 72% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Saginaw Valley State University is a public institution located in the suburb setting of University Center, MI. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 6.0K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 72%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
6.0K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
72% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading480 - 600
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math440 - 570
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite18 - 26
1typical 50% range36
72%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Health Sciences23% of degrees
Business & Marketing17% of degrees
Biological Sciences5% of degrees
Engineering4% of degrees
Social Sciences3% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $113,545
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,681
Earnings 5yr: $83,464
Debt: $26,250
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,482
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,873
Earnings 5yr: $89,093
Debt: $26,679
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,773
Earnings 5yr: $79,472
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,103
Earnings 5yr: $80,239
Debt: $28,000
Computer Systems Analysis.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,888
Earnings 5yr: $85,259
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,171
Earnings 5yr: $68,052
Debt: $25,243
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,336
Earnings 5yr: $71,767
Debt: N/A
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,081
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $18,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $69,953
Earnings 5yr: $66,911
Debt: N/A
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,826
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $31,750
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,610
Earnings 5yr: $75,671
Debt: $21,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,594
Earnings 5yr: $61,748
Debt: $25,557
Special Education and Teaching.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,591
Earnings 5yr: $65,263
Debt: N/A
Social Work.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,391
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,900
Earnings 5yr: $54,932
Debt: N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $59,042
Earnings 5yr: $51,635
Debt: $27,824
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $58,783
Earnings 5yr: $67,719
Debt: $26,000
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,961
Earnings 5yr: $53,518
Debt: $31,000
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$10,775
In-State Tuition$12,930
Out-of-State Tuition$30,450
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
35%
Pell Grants
50%
Take Loans
49%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$43,530
+19% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$51,955
Completion Signals
48%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
78%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$189/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
37%
Men63%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 37% men and 63% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
33%
Part-Time Share
12%
Avg Family Income
$62,001
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