Rise to Your Moment

LEARN

RISE TO

GET YOUR FIRST REAL JOB PRAY

DISCOVER NEW BEST FRIEND FOR LIFE PLAY

STUDY HARD RESEARCH SOMETHING

BE CHEERED FOR MEETING YOUR ROOMMATE

TALK IT OUT BE A JUNIOR

MOMENT

FINALS WEEK

GET UP TOO EARLY VOLUNTEER STUDY

BE AN INTERN WRITE TERM PAPER HANG OUT

STAY UP TOO LATE

We are...

A private, four-year

liberal arts college Named after

St. Thomas Aquinas Founded on Catholic

& Dominican beliefs, principles and values Located in

Grand Rapids, Michigan An inclusive education

community

BE A SENIOR

Committed to

sustainability, the pursuit of truth and the common good

Your Aquinas

Moment Awaits

Life is a collection of moments.

Some small, some enormous—all important.

At Aquinas, each instant is an opportunity to pursue your passions, achieve your goals, and leave the world better than you found it.

Because even though we may be small… we’re mighty. So, no matter where you go or what you do, an Aquinas education will prepare you to meet any moment you face with wisdom, courage, and purpose.

Rise to your moment.

See For Yourself Schedule a visit to campus now.

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Moments of Learning Whole person education with personalized support

Service Learning

Need to know

Build Bridges of Hope in the Dominican Republic, provide aid to hurricane victims, renovate local Grand Rapid homes, you’ll have the chance to better the world, and yourself.

100+ major and

Small

minor choices

St. Thomas Aquinas believed one should consider all things in pursuit of the truth. That’s why an Aquinas education creates well-rounded individuals prepared to find purpose and achieve meaningful accomplishments. We focus not only on great careers, but also on the foundation for a life that never stops pursuing knowledge—one that is marked by critical thinking, service, and leadership.

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Sustainable Business Learn to promote healthy communities, long-term profitability, and environmental restoration all at the same time.

Turn your Passion in to Purpose Find Out More Request information about how to become an Aquinas student.

Pursue all your passions—without limits—and discover your purpose along the way.

class sizes

professor interaction

Unique areas of study include: Sustainable Business, Community Leadership, Data Analytics, Irish Studies, Child Life

Four-Year Guarantee Graduate in four years, or we will waive any additional tuition expenses for up to one additional year for outstanding coursework required to graduate.

Experiential learning: Study abroad, internships, and service-learning

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Moments of Fellowship

Enriching Faith and Friendship

As a Catholic liberal arts college, Aquinas is built on the Dominican Pillars of prayer, study, service, and community. With these as the foundation for every class, activity, and interaction on campus, our hope is to enable you as a student to realize God’s purpose for your life while empowering you to make all the difference in the world.

Catch a basketball game at the Sturrus Center Volunteer with Catholic Student Fellowship

Hang out in a hammock with friends Enjoy sushi with the Japanese Culture Club

We believe that your classroom should be much bigger than, well, a classroom. Because the things you learn from campus activities and in the community are just as important for your personal growth and education as any lecture.

Write an article for The Saint campus newspaper

Ways to Get Involved • 50+ student groups • 10+ campus ministry organizations • Fight for justice at the Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity

• Compete in the sustainability challenge to help Aquinas become a zero-waste campus • Run for office in the Student Senate 5

Moments of Success

Building Lifelong Success

Real Experience.

Real Results.

Washington Internship Institute Work in federal agencies, Congressional offices, embassies, or advocacy organizations located in our Nation’s Capital.

The percent of 2019 graduates who were either employed or in graduate schools within six months of graduation.

Internship partners Amway™, Disney, Steelcase, Spectrum Health®, Grand Rapids Art Museum, Van Andel Research Institute®, The Detroit Tigers™ Global Alumni Network with personal support

The smart financial choice From millions of dollars in scholarships to federal financial aid, we make the AQ experience more affordable for more students.

$23 Million scholarship dollars awarded last year

Chicago Semester Study Diversity & Inequality while exploring everything the Windy City has to offer.

100% Percentage of undergraduate students receiving scholarships and grants

Looking to get some real-world experience along with your education? Aquinas has a robust internship program with strong industry connections for every field of study.

Ranked #11 Best Value Regional University – 2019 U.S. News & World Report

Join Us Start your Aquinas application here.

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Moments of Discovery

Grand Rapids and the Urban Forest When we say we have the best of both worlds at Aquinas, we’re not exaggerating. You’ll find a quiet and secluded campus setting right next to one of the best mid-sized cities in the nation, Grand Rapids. But don’t take our word for it. Here’s what other people are saying about the rich cultural opportunities and thriving economy you’ll discover while here.

#1 Metro area

for job growth in USA. (Headlight Data, 2017)

#3 Safest

College Town in America.

(SafeWise Report, 2016)

#3

Best City

in the U.S. for Economic Success.

(Area Development Magazine, 2016)

#7

Most Overlooked

Dream City.

(GoodCall.com, 2017)

117 acres 24,000+

Top 52

Places to Go in the World.

trees

Named a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation.

(The New York Times, 2016)

Top 10

Up-And-Coming Cities For Recent College Grads.

(Forbes, 2016)

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STUDY AWAY JOIN A CAMPUS MINISTRY

BE A MENTOR START A CLUB SERVE OTHERS

FIND YOUR PASSION PASS THE TEST

JOIN A CLUB GRADUATE BE INSPIRED BE A FRESHMAN WEAR SAINTS GEAR

PULL AN ALL-NIGHTER EMPOWER OTHERS GET YOUR FIRST REAL JOB FIND A MENTOR

WALKING TO CLASS IN THE SNOW

PRAY GO TO A GAME BE A SOPHOMORE

DISCOVER NEW BEST FRIEND FOR LIFE PLAY

STUDY HARD RESEARCH SOMETHING

GIVE THIS IS YOUR MOMENT LEARN

BE CHEERED FOR MEETING YOUR ROOMMATE

TALK IT OUT BE A JUNIOR UNDERSTAND

FINALS WEEK TALK TO PROFESSOR

GET UP TOO EARLY VOLUNTEER STUDY

BE AN INTERN WRITE TERM PAPER HANG OUT

STAY UP LATE GROW BE A SENIOR

TAKE NOTES CHEER SOMEONE ON GRADUATE

BE INSPIRING ROAD TRIP STUDY AGAIN

STUDY HARD GIVE PRESENTATION WORKOUT aquinas.edu