Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Finlandia University prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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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.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MCTI offers a bachelor's degree program in liberal arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).