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Spring Arbor University
About 52 in 100 applicants get into Spring Arbor University — solidly within reach for students near the ranges below.
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Spring Arbor University anchors the college town of Spring Arbor, MI, where the private campus and town largely share a footprint. The school maintains its Free Methodist affiliation, which threads through campus life to a degree that varies by program.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $91,869 four years out. Faculty pay averages $75,792 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 1,010 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 77.1% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 935 and 1165 — below the MI middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Spring Arbor University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 935–1165 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, Spring Arbor University's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 470 | 530 | 595 |
| SAT Math | 465 | 530 | 570 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 | 25 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Spring Arbor University received 3,145 applications and admitted 1,174 (37.3%), with 206 enrolling.
How Spring Arbor University compares
| Spring Arbor University | Michigan median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 51.5% | 79.6% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $34,014 | $24,944 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $51,732 | $54,739 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Spring Arbor University's median earnings are $51,732 — below the Michigan benchmark of $54,739. Weigh that against the $34,014 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
Spring Arbor University lists tuition at $34,014 for everyone — private schools don't do residency pricing. Spring Arbor University's sticker and net price can differ sharply after aid; treat $34,014 as the ceiling, not the bill.
With 1,010 undergraduates, Spring Arbor University is small enough that class size and faculty access are structural, not marketing claims.
63.5% graduate within six years. Roughly 36% don't — ask a Spring Arbor University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Spring Arbor University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $91,869 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $66,338 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $62,928 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $50,735 |
| Social Work | $49,642 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | $48,809 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $47,270 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $43,021 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $42,461 |
| Psychology, General | $41,167 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | $36,814 |
Median earnings for these 11 Spring Arbor University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $51,732 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 43 additional Spring Arbor University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Spring Arbor University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 935–1165 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 51.5% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Spring Arbor University's acceptance rate?
37.3% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 1,174 admitted from 3,145 applicants.
How much does Spring Arbor University cost?
At Spring Arbor University, published tuition is $34,014 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Spring Arbor University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Spring Arbor University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $51,732 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Michigan
- University of Michigan-Dearborn — 55.6% admitted
- Lawrence Technological University — 55.9% admitted
- Alma College — 57% admitted
- Siena Heights University — 68.9% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.