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#8 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

Siena Heights University

Adrian, Michigan

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Overview

Enrollment

1,857
Siena Heights University overview
Location Adrian, Michigan
Online sienaheights.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Distant Town
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Siena Heights University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Siena Heights University is a Catholic liberal arts institution located in Adrian, Michigan, approximately 75 miles southwest of Detroit. Founded in 1919 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, the university operates from a main 140-acre campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the original Gothic-style Sacred Heart Hall. The university maintains a strong focus on professional programs including nursing, business, and education, while also offering degrees in creative arts and sciences. Siena Heights operates as a residential campus with multiple student housing options, though it also serves commuter students and maintains satellite locations throughout Michigan. The university competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as the Saints, with particularly strong programs in track and field and cross country.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

Siena Heights University is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Easy
Siena Heights University overview
SAT 930/1133
ACT 20/27
GPA 3.32

Applications Accepted

65% 
Siena Heights University overview
Applications Due Aug 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$28,000
Costs for Siena Heights University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,080
Other Fees$1,044
Room and Board $12,200
Budget for Other Expenses$1,910
Total One Year Cost$44,234

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$42,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

42% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Siena Heights University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 23%
Health Professions 19%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 10%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 9%
Human Services 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024