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Saginaw Valley State University

University Center, Michigan · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,530

Acceptance Rate

73%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$12,240

At a Glance

Total Students

6,004

Retention Rate

75%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

51%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Saginaw Valley State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 72.9% and a student body of 6,004. The university's retention rate is 75.4%, and the graduation rate is 51.8%. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and 51.2% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Saginaw Valley State University is $12,240. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $47,001. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $43,530, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $51,955.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$47k

1 YEAR

$44k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 57% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Saginaw Valley State University graduates earn $47,001. Five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $43,530. Ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $51,955. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Saginaw Valley State University has a 72.9% acceptance rate and a 51.8% graduation rate. The retention rate is 75.4%. The in-state tuition is $12,240. Over half of the students, 51.2%, receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

University Center, Michigan

University Center, MI 48710

Saginaw Valley State University is located in University Center, Michigan. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Saginaw Valley State University has an acceptance rate of 72.9%.