Saginaw Valley State University
Public university · University Center, MI · 5,989 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
72%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
920–1170
ACT (middle 50%)
18–26
Average net price
$12,147
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$27,690
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
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 Saginaw Valley State University?
Saginaw Valley State University accepts about 72 of every 100 applicants (72%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 920 and 1170 on the SAT. A score at or above 1170 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 920, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–26.
The latest federal data says Saginaw Valley State University 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 Saginaw Valley State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Saginaw Valley State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $27,690 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,147 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 $13,680 for MI residents and $24,000 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$13,680
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,000
- Room & board$12,500
- Total cost of attendance$27,690
- Average net price after grants$12,147
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Psychology, Engineering.
Saginaw Valley State University FAQ
- What is Saginaw Valley State University's acceptance rate?
- 72% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Saginaw Valley State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 920–1170. Aim for 1170 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Saginaw Valley State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–26.
- Is Saginaw Valley State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Saginaw Valley State University 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 Saginaw Valley State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Saginaw Valley State University cost?
- About $27,690 a year before aid; $12,147 on average after grants.
- What is Saginaw Valley State University's FAFSA school code?
- 002314. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Saginaw Valley State University receives your information.
- What is Saginaw Valley State University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Saginaw Valley State University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian CollegeAdrian, MI | 73% | 873–1140 | $31,986 | 51% |
| Calvin UniversityGrand Rapids, MI | 71% | 1083–1330 | $21,122 | 77% |
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| Concordia University Ann ArborAnn Arbor, MI | 69% | — | $29,819 | 48% |
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