Spring Arbor University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Spring Arbor University is a private research university in Spring Arbor, Michigan, enrolling about 1,010 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 51.52% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $51,732 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,014
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,353 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 51.52% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,010 89.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.54%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 35.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 6.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 27.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1170
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,243
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,145
- Room & Board: $11,440 annual estimate
Spring Arbor University: what the data shows
Common questions about Spring Arbor University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Spring Arbor University?
Spring Arbor University is located in Spring Arbor, MI (ZIP 49283-9799).
Is Spring Arbor University public or private?
Spring Arbor University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Spring Arbor University cost?
Published tuition: $34,014.
Average net price after aid: $19,353.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,530 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,697 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,197 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,358 |
| $110,001+ | $21,370 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $136,056.
How hard is it to get into Spring Arbor University?
Admission rate: 51.52%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1170.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Spring Arbor University?
Total enrollment: 1,010 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,243 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,302 students.
About 89% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Spring Arbor University?
150%-time completion rate: 63.54%.
First-year retention: 77.1%.
What do graduates of Spring Arbor University earn?
Median earnings: $45,592 six years after entry; $51,732 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,375.
28.69% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Spring Arbor University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Social Work (152 completions)
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (142 completions)
- Nursing Administration (59 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (55 completions)
- 05.1381 (47 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (46 completions)
- Geriatric Nurse/Nursing (32 completions)
- Education/Teaching of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries (31 completions)
- Nursing Education (17 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (16 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Spring Arbor University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 51.52%; completion rate 63.54%; median earnings $51,732 at 10 years; net price $19,353. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$34,014
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Spring Arbor University was $34,014.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,353
2024 Value
In 2024 Spring Arbor University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,353.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$77,412 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,353 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$136,056 4-Year Tuition
$11,440 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$900 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$46,354 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$185,416 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Spring Arbor University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
28.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
55.36% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Spring Arbor University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Spring Arbor University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $23,400 | $23,400 | $16,368 |
| 2014 | $24,350 | $24,350 | $17,194 |
| 2015 | $25,510 | $25,510 | $18,156 |
| 2016 | $26,730 | $26,730 | $17,699 |
| 2017 | $27,750 | $27,750 | $18,730 |
| 2018 | $28,810 | $28,810 | $19,599 |
| 2019 | $29,630 | $29,630 | $19,183 |
| 2020 | $30,472 | $30,472 | $20,543 |
| 2021 | $31,080 | $31,080 | $20,235 |
| 2022 | $31,660 | $31,660 | $22,351 |
| 2023 | $32,580 | $32,580 | $20,899 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
51.52% Acceptance Rate
3,145 Total Applicants
1,174 Students Admitted
206 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.55% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1170
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Spring Arbor University reported total enrollment of about 1,010 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 35% male and 65% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (69.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (10.3%), and Black or African American (6.6%). About 28.69% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Spring Arbor University in 2024 is 1,010 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,243 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,302 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 69.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
48.44% 100% Completion Time
63.54% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 48.44% of students graduating from Spring Arbor University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Social Work: 11% male / 89% female
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 8% male / 92% female
- Nursing Administration: 7% male / 93% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Spring Arbor University.
Return on Investment
$26,375 Median Student Debt
$51,732 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
50.98% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
568.27% Return on Investment
5.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Spring Arbor University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 61 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Social Work: 152 completions
2. Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 142 completions
3. Nursing Administration: 59 completions
4. Counseling Psychology: 55 completions
5. 05.1381: 47 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 46 completions
7. Geriatric Nurse/Nursing: 32 completions
8. Education/Teaching of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries: 31 completions
9. Nursing Education: 17 completions
Most popular programs at Spring Arbor University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Spring Arbor University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Spring Arbor University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 27.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,316
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,867
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Spring Arbor University is a private non-profit institution located in Spring Arbor, MI, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Social Work, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing, Nursing Administration. Enrollment is approximately 1,010 students. Student body composition includes White (69.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (10.3%), Black or African American (6.6%). The admission rate is 51.52%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1170. The 150%-time completion rate is 63.54%. Approximately 28.69% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Spring Arbor, MI 49283-9799
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 61 distinct degree programs, Spring Arbor University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Spring Arbor University located?
Spring Arbor University is located in Spring Arbor, MI.
What is Spring Arbor University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Spring Arbor University is 51.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,145 applicants and 1,174 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Spring Arbor University cost?
Reported tuition is $34,014 and average net price is $19,353 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,440 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Spring Arbor University?
Spring Arbor University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,243 students, White (69.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (10.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Spring Arbor University?
About 35.2% of students at Spring Arbor University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Spring Arbor University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Spring Arbor University reports midpoint SAT about 1170.
What do graduates of Spring Arbor University earn?
Median earnings are $45,592 six years after entry and $51,732 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Spring Arbor University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 63.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Spring Arbor University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,375.
Is Spring Arbor University public or private?
Spring Arbor University is a private nonprofit institution located in Spring Arbor, MI.
Is Spring Arbor University an HBCU?
No. Spring Arbor University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Spring Arbor University a tribal college?
No. Spring Arbor University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Michigan college costs
- Michigan colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Michigan
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.