Saginaw Valley State University

University Center, MI

publicMaster's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs

Safety

B

ROI

A+

Saginaw Valley State University is a large public master's university (large program) located in University Center, Michigan, with an undergraduate enrollment of 5,989. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Michigan postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 72% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 72% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $20,053 per year. Families earning under $30,000 average $9,844/year — substantially lower. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $90,482. The 4-year graduation rate is 51%, 6 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $51,955.

Acceptance Rate

72.1%

Avg Net Price

$10,775

6-yr Grad Rate

50.7%

Earnings 10yr

$51,955

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
72.1%
SAT Range
920–1170
ACT Range
18–26
Enrollment
5,989
Student:Faculty
16:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$12,930
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,450
Room & Board
$12,340
Students Receiving Aid
35.2%
Median Debt at Grad

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Data from U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, College Scorecard, Clery Act), Bureau of Labor Statistics, and FIRE. Updated annually. Not affiliated with Saginaw Valley State University.