Cleary University

  • 4 Year
  • Howell, MI
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#14 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

Overview

Total enrollment

1,004
Cleary University overview
Cleary University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Cleary University, located in Howell, Michigan with an additional learning site in Detroit, operates as a private, non-profit business university. The main campus is situated approximately 30 miles northwest of Ann Arbor in a suburban setting that serves both residential and commuter students. The university focuses exclusively on business-oriented academic programs, offering degrees in fields such as business administration, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship. The institution's compact campus includes modern classroom facilities, student housing options, and the Cleary Commons, which serves as the primary student center. While primarily known for its business education, Cleary University competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as the Cougars, participating in sports including baseball, soccer, and cross country.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$26,102
Costs for Cleary University
Fee Cost
Tuition $26,102
Books and Supplies $2,000
Other Fees $1,750
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $12,900
Budget for Other Expenses $5,876
Total One Year Cost $48,628

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$54,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

59% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Cleary University are Business, Computer and Information Sciences, and Health Professions. 79% of students major in Business, 16% in Computer and Information Sciences, and 5% in Health Professions.

  • Business 79%
  • Computer and Information Sciences 16%
  • Health Professions 5%

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=169327.

GPA calculator: Cleary University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026