Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002322
- Phone: (269) 664-4461
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
71.88%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,734Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Finlandia University (MCTI)
11611 West Pine Lake Road, Plainwell, MI
Finlandia University, located in Hancock, Michigan, was founded by pastor J.K. Nikander in 1896 as Suomi College. The college was formed to serve the growing Finnish community and to assist in the preservation of Finnish culture and the training of Finnish Evangelical Lutheran ministers. In 1920 the school became a liberal arts college, offering a larger number of programs and degrees. In 1958 the seminary separated from the college. The school officially changed its name to the current in 2000 to reflect its transition from a two year to four year institution. The school is affiliated Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
Academics
Finlandia offers associate and bachelor degree programs through its two schools and two colleges. The schools programs are founded in a liberal arts foundation in order to provide students with a comprehensive education and skill set. Programs are broken down into business, art and design, health science and arts and sciences. The various programs will prepare individuals academically and professionally.
Programs offered include:
- Accounting
- Criminal Justice
- International Business
- Nursing
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Liberal Studies
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at Finlandia University may apply online. Admissions are accepted on a rolling basis, with some programs having a specific admissions deadline. Students are reviewed on a case by case basis, with students having a GPS lower than 2.0 having the possibility for admission but under academic probation. Financial aid is available through loans, grants and scholarships. Students interested in receiving financial aid should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Additional information and assistance is available through the financial aid office.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants MCTI accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Finlandia University has a total student population of about 460, with undergraduate students making up about 100% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $22,000-$27,000 per year
- Per unit charges are around $830 for part time students
- Some programs may have tuition rates that will remain the same as the first year for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $10,095 |
Receiving Student Loans | 83% | $5,798 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Finlandia University may offer services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2007)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2007)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Finlandia University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Basketball (376)
- Football (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Finlandia University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002322
- Phone: (269) 664-4461
- School Homepage