Aquinas College
Liberal arts college · Grand Rapids, MI · 1,083 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
90%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
910–1140
ACT (middle 50%)
20–26
Average net price
$21,630
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$55,262
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
56%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Aquinas College?
Aquinas College accepts about 90 of every 100 applicants (90%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 910 and 1140 on the SAT. A score at or above 1140 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 910, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–26.
The latest federal data says Aquinas College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Aquinas College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Aquinas College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $55,262 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,630 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $41,992 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$41,992
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$41,992
- Room & board$13,474
- Total cost of attendance$55,262
- Average net price after grants$21,630
Popular majors
Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Education, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology.
Aquinas College FAQ
- What is Aquinas College's acceptance rate?
- 90% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Aquinas College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 910–1140. Aim for 1140 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Aquinas College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–26.
- Is Aquinas College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Aquinas College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Aquinas College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Aquinas College cost?
- About $55,262 a year before aid; $21,630 on average after grants.
- What is Aquinas College's FAFSA school code?
- 002239. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Aquinas College receives your information.
- What is Aquinas College's graduation rate?
- 56% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Aquinas College
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan UniversityMount Pleasant, MI | 90% | 960–1200 | $17,201 | 59% |
| Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids, MI | 91% | 890–1120 | $8,402 | 44% |
| Oakland UniversityRochester Hills, MI | 88% | 1030–1230 | $11,815 | 58% |
| College for Creative StudiesDetroit, MI | 92% | — | $32,332 | 55% |
| Michigan Technological UniversityHoughton, MI | 92% | 1130–1350 | $13,446 | 70% |
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