Saginaw Valley State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 72.07%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1050. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,930
- Out-of-State Tuition: $30,450
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Saginaw Valley State:
- Total Enrollment: 6,822, including 485 online students
- 6,135 Undergraduate, 687 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 34.9% men, 65.1% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 48%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 78%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 119 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 9 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 30 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Saginaw Valley State Overview
Saginaw Valley State University (Saginaw Valley State) is a four-year, public school located in University Center, MI. Saginaw Valley State University was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (larger programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The Saginaw Valley State's tuition & fees is $12,930 for Michigan residents and $30,450 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 84% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,025.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,822 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
Saginaw Valley State's acceptance rate is 72.07% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 16.04%. The median SAT score is 1050 and the ACT score is 22.
Saginaw Valley State ranked 9th in Michigan Colleges rankings. Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Saginaw Valley State University is $12,930 for in-state students and $30,450 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $18,360 for in-state students and $18,360 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,659 for Michigan residents and $32,248 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,453 for Michigan residents and $19,453 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,930 | $30,450 |
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| Graduate | $18,360 | $18,360 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,659 | $32,248 |
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| Graduate | $19,453 | $19,453 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Saginaw Valley State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Saginaw Valley State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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