At a glance
Average net price
$16,626
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
65.4%
Admission rate
90%
Undergrad size
1,083
In-state tuition
$40,218
Out-of-state tuition
$40,218
Cost of attendance
$51,652
Median earnings (10y)
$49,584
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,025
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 78.3%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (25%), social sciences (24%), humanities & arts (18%).
- STEM16%
- Health9%
- Business25%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services8%
- Business24.5%~266 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education10.9%~118 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~98 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~90 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~78 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology6.8%~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics4.9%~53 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences4.9%~53 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English3.4%~37 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.3%~24 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.3%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.9%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.5%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology0.8%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
36 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 91 | $40,400 | $26,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 65 | — | $28,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 60 | $28,987 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 45 | $28,818 | $24,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 30 | $30,459 | $31,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 27 | $49,641 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Business/Corporate Communications. | Bachelor's | 24 | $42,669 | $23,250 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 20 | $29,345 | $22,232 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Master's | 19 | $65,253 | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | $28,324 | $24,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 11 | $34,516 | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | $26,844 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Bachelor's | 4 | $30,075 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Aquinas College
Aquinas College is a mid-sized institution located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,083 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Education, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Aquinas College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,626 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $40,218 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $51,652 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 65.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 78.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $49,584 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Aquinas College confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Education, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (25% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Aquinas College accepts 90% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,025. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Grand Rapids, Michigan (city), Aquinas College draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Aquinas College
Q.How much does Aquinas College cost?
The average net price at Aquinas College is $16,626 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $51,652.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Aquinas College?
Aquinas College has a 6-year graduation rate of 65.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Aquinas College?
Aquinas College admits 90% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Aquinas College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Aquinas College graduate earns $49,584 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Aquinas College?
Published tuition is $40,218 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Aquinas College located?
Aquinas College is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan (ZIP 49506).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Aquinas College at their official website.