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Adrian College

Adrian College

Adrian, MI · Town · 1,604 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Town
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Adrian College is a private liberal arts institution in Michigan highly regarded for its hands-on academic preparation, particularly within its powerhouse programs in business administration, teacher education, and exercise science. The campus culture is exceptionally vibrant and tight-knit, defined by an active student body where a unique majority of undergraduates participate in competitive NCAA Division III athletics alongside robust Greek life and student organizations. What truly sets Adrian apart is its dedication to post-graduation security, showcased by the Adrian Plus program, which provides student loan repayment assistance to help graduates transition smoothly and confidently into their careers.


Wikipedia:Adrian College is a private United Methodist liberal arts college in Adrian, Michigan. The college offers bachelor's degrees in 92 academic majors and programs. The 100 acre (0.40 km2) campus contains newly constructed facilities along with historic buildings. Adrian College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The spring 2020–21 enrollment was 1,677 students.

Location
Adrian, MI, 49221-2575 · Town campus
Nearest airport from college
DTW · Detroit
42 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$57,618
Avg net price
$25,368
Room & board
$20,260
Tuition
$41,684
Books & supplies
$1,100/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$19,542
$30–48k
$21,571
$48–75k
$24,162
$75–110k
$27,166
$110k+
$28,652
Admissions
Admit rate
73%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1034
Reading 443580
Math 430560
ACT midpoint
22
Composite 2127
English 2231
Math 1927
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
52%
4-yr on-time completion
37%
1st-yr retention
65%
Transfer-out rate
28%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
51%
Transferred
37%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
12%
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,805
Median earnings (10yr)
$55,504
Median debt
$27,000
Monthly loan payment
$286
Debt range (25th–75th)
$5,500$27,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$38,235
Student Body
Men 57%Women 43%
16
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
31%
First-generation
31%
Median family income
$68,386
Independent students
3%
Avg age at entry
19.0
Part-time students
1%
Race & ethnicity
White
60%
Hispanic
6%
Black
6%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
6%
Unknown
16%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$42,805
10 years after entry
$55,504
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness56
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas30
Biology, General30
Business Administration, Management and Operations28
Finance and Financial Management Services15
Marketing15
Accounting and Related Services13
Criminal Justice and Corrections12
Design and Applied Arts11
Social Work9
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions9
Natural Resources Conservation and Research8
English Language and Literature, General6
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology6
Psychology, General5
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication4
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Institutional
Endowment
$57M
Classification
Baccalaureate (Diverse)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
44%
Avg faculty salary
$6,614/mo
Instructional spend/student
$8,132
Federal loan rate
71%

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