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Saginaw Valley State University
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Annual Tuition
$12,240
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
72.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
51.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$51,955
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Saginaw Valley State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in University Center, MI. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,240, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
72.9%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$48,960
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$21,955
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$170,590
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$390,140
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Saginaw Valley State University is $25,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$12,240
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
75.4%
Success
51.8%
In-State Cost
$12,240
Age 25+ Students
11.1%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
2,709 students
Local City Insights
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