Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002239
- Phone: (800) 253-2874
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
69.30%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$20,301Average 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
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Aquinas College (AQ)
4150 Administration Drive, Room 136, Berrien Springs, MI
AQ is a nonprofit private institution located in Grand Rapids, MI and provides a large number of program options for students. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Around two thousand students enroll at AQ per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Aquinas College offers:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students at this school scored between 21 to 26 on the ACT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of around 79% of which only 21% chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at aquinas.edu.
Tuition is approximately $26,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $3,800 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The AQ "Saints" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
- Lacrosse (NAIA Division II)
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.aquinas.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates AQ accepts. The details may include admissions 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
The total student enrollment at Aquinas College is about 1,800, where graduate students make up roughly 19% of the student body.
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
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $33,000-$40,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Per unit charges are around $570 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $23,206 |
Receiving Student Loans | 61% | $7,028 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Aquinas College may provide services to students like:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2013)
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2013)
Intercollegiate Athletics
AQ is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conf)
- Track and Field (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Other Sports
- Bowling
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 Aquinas College 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
Communications and Journalism
English Language and Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Cornerstone University in Wyoming, MI (2 miles away)
- Calvin College in Bay City, MI (3 miles away)
- Kuyper College in Waterford, MI (5 miles away)
- Hope College in Hillsdale, MI (27 miles away)
- Kalamazoo College in Jackson, MI (46 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002239
- Phone: (800) 253-2874
- School Homepage