Siena Heights University

Siena Heights University

Adrian, MI, USA

Siena Heights University is a private, Christ-centered institution established in Adrian, Michigan. Along with the main campus, the college also hosts a number of degree completion centers throughout the state. Students attending SHU have the opportunity to visit a number of scenic facilities, such as the Trinity Gardens, St. Dominic Chapel, and the Spencer Performing Arts building. Eligible students can enroll in the college’s Honors Program, which includes specialty housing, travel and community service events, and priority registration.

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Roman Catholic
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
68%
Acceptance Rate

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is not checked
No

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionAugust 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
75%
Out-Of-State Students
21%
Average ACT Composite: 21
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1027
0
1600

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,966
Total Number of Undergrads
1,782
Academic Calendar

Semester

See your fit
Classroom Sizes

0
100
33%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
48%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Key Financial Stats

Average Net Price
$21,249
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$29,044
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$29,044
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$12,200
Books and Supplies
$1080

Aid & Grants

0
100
66%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
35%
Average Aid Per Year
$20,631
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,171
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,999

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
71%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$10,581
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,584
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$176

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
42%
58%
Student Organizations
27
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
On Campus Women's Center is not checked
No

Housing

0
100
19%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Saints
School Colors
navy, white, and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-States Football Association

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Employed
6 mos. after graduation
75%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,300

What Students Are Saying

Siena is a small campus, but a loving atmosphere. The teachers, other students, and staff want nothing but the best for the students attending. It is a great place to build connections that will last a lifetime!
Mackenzie from Monroe, MI
Siena has a wonderful family atmosphere where you can have great relationships with peers and professors alike. This closeness with one another adds to the learning environment of the school because we aren't afraid to ask each other for help or share quirky little tricks to remember things. It is a beautiful campus filled with the loving and welcoming hearts of those around you.
Alexis from Vestaburg, MI
Siena Heights is an amazing college! Out of the 3 choices I had I fell in love with this school. If you are looking for diverse, open, educational, and optimistic college, this one is for you.
Destiny from Livonia, MI
Siena Heights University is a private liberal arts institution that gets you ready for your field of practice and it helps you grow as an adult. Siena Heights is a private university so the professor's and staff make you feel like family and as loved as possible. Choosing to go to Siena Heights University was the best decision of my life.
Promise from Southfield, MI
Siena Heights is a great school if you are looking for a smaller location and still want to live on campus. The students are extremely involved and school spirited at sporting events and attend each other's games. It is a great community atmosphere and everyone is welcoming and friendly to each other.
Megan from Trenton, MI
a school that has many opportunities. non traditional students are welcomed. teachers are willing to take time and help you.
D. from Adrian, MI