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Saginaw Valley State University is a vibrant community nestled in the valley of a nature preserve in the heart of the Great Lakes Bay Region. We can’t wait to show you what we have to offer. SVSU offers over 90 academic programs of study with over 200 student organizations to explore. Most of our buildings on campus are connected — take a guided tour of our beautiful campus and enjoy lunch on us. There are many ways you can check out SVSU — at an event, a campus tour or a one-on-one meeting with an admission rep. When you are ready to visit us, sign up for a date online at svsu. edu/visit. Questions? Text or call us at 989.342.1033
VOTED BEST DORMS IN THE USA
among all public universities
VOTED BEST CAMPUS IN MICHIGAN
among all public universities
THE LOWEST TUITION IN MICHIGAN
among all public universities
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#1 DORMS IN THE NATION 6
Rated by students on niche.com
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BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS INSIDE & OUT
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Athletic Coaching g Emergency Management g Exercise Science Gerontology g Health Science Medical Laboratory Science Neuroscience Nursing Nursing – R.N. to B.S.N. Nursing – R.N. to M.S.N. Occupational Therapy Pre-Athletic Training Pre-Physical Therapy Public Health Rehabilitation Medicine Social Work Youth Services g g
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NEARLY 100% JOB PLACEMENT FOR NURSING GRADUATES
TOP-RANKED NURSING AND SOCIAL WORK PROGRAMS IN THE MIDWEST
COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES svsu.edu/visit 11
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN THE ARTS & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Art Asian Studies g Black Studies g Communication Creative Writing Criminal Justice English-Literature Fine Arts French Gender Studies g General Studies Geography Geospatial Techniques g Graphic Design History International Studies Japanese g Leadership & Service g Legal Philosophy g Music Musical Theatre g Philosophy g Political Science Pre-Law Professional & Technical Writing Psychology Public Administration Public History g Religious Studies g Sociology Spanish Spanish for Health Professions g Theatre User Experience Design g Writing for Public Purpose g g
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 12
97% JOB PLACEMENT FOR ALL GRADUATES
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN BUSINESS Accounting Economics Entrepreneurship g g Finance General Business International Business Legal Studies g Management Family Business Management g Marketing Professional Sales g g Professional Accountancy (B.P.A.) Supply Chain Management g g g
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97% JOB PLACEMENT FOR COLLEGE OF BUSINESS GRADUATES
1 OF 5% OF BUSINESS SCHOOLS WORLDWIDE ACCREDITED BY THE AACSB
100% SUCCESS RATE IN PLACING GRADUATES IN HIGHER STUDIES (MASTERS AND PHDS)
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Actuarial Science g Agricultural Studies g Alternative Energy g Applied Mathematics Biochemistry Biological Sciences Business Chemistry Cell Biology, Molecular Biology & Biomedical Sciences Chemical Physics Chemistry American Chemical Society (ACS) g Computer Information Systems Computer Science Computer Science & Information Systems g Cybersecurity g Ecology, Evolution & Organismal Biology Electrical Engineering Engineering & Technology g Engineering Technology Management Environmental Science Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Optical Physics Physics Pre-Agriculture Pre-Chiropractic Medicine Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Medicine g g
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97% OVERALL JOB PLACEMENT FOR STEM GRADUATES
RANKED THE #1 EXCLUSIVELY UNDERGRADUATE FORMULA RACING TEAM IN THE WORLD
RANKED THE #2 BEST COMPUTER PROGRAMMING DEGREE IN MICHIGAN
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98% JOB PLACEMENT FOR COLLEGE OF EDUCATION GRADUATES 3X MORE FIELD EXPERIENCE FOR FUTURE TEACHERS THAN OUR COMPETITORS
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN EDUCATION Early Childhood and Elementary Education • Birth-Kindergarten • PreK-3 (Lower Elementary) • 3-6 (Upper Elementary) Additional Endorsements: • English as a Second Language • World Language (French or Spanish) • Special Education -Autism Spectrum Disorders -Learning Disabilities -Cognitive Impairment Secondary Education (7-12) Majors: • Biology Education • Chemistry Education • Communication & Theatre (Speech Education) • English Education • French Education • Health & Physical Education, K-12 • History Education • Integrated Science Education • Mathematics Education • Physics Education • Spanish Education K-12 Special Education: Choose from Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cognitive Impairment, or Learning Disabilities to add to one or more of the certification programs. K-12 Specialty Areas • Music Education • Visual Arts Education • Physical and Health Education
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
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CARDINAL CAMPUS COMMUNITY
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VARSITY, CLUB & INTRAMURAL SPORTS
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WORLD-RENOWNED ART & SCULPTURE svsu.edu/visit 25
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CELEBRATIONS & PERFORMANCES
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RED PRIDE GRADUATION
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SVSU IS NESTLED IN THE HEART OF THE
GREAT LAKES BAY REGION
These local companies hire SVSU students for internships, co-ops and careers after graduation.
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SAGINAW
10 MINUTES FROM THE SVSU CAMPUS
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DOWNTOWN BAY CITY 15 MINUTES FROM THE SVSU CAMPUS
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MIDLAND/DOW GARDENS 20 MINUTES FROM THE SVSU CAMPUS
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FRANKENMUTH/BIRCH RUN OUTLET MALL 25 MINUTES FROM THE SVSU CAMPUS
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SVSU ALUMNI CHANGING THE WORLD
LEADERS Honorable Manvel Trice III Saginaw County Circuit Judge 10th Judicial Circuit Court 34
INNOVATORS Mary Draves Chief Sustainability Officer and Vice President, Environmental Health and Safety Dow
CREATORS CARETAKERS Angelo Vallejo, MSW, LLMSW Clinical Therapist Westlund Guidance Clinic
Kaitlyn Zumbach Product Designer Stampin’ Up! svsu.edu/visit 35
SVSU ALUMNI CHANGING THE WORLD
HEROES Smriti Pant, DNP Nurse Practitioner Great Lakes Bay Health Centers 36
ANALYSTS Gordon Aiello Program Analyst Office of Monetary Affairs, United States Department of State
MENTORS ADVISORS Mallory Rivard Special Education Teacher Bay-Arenac ISD (Miss Michigan at The Miss America Organization)
Stu Kelly, CPA Tax Accountant Plante Moran svsu.edu/visit 37
SVSU IS AN EXTRAORDINARY PLACE WHERE OPPORTUNITY MEETS AFFORDABILITY Of all four-year universities, SVSU has the best tuition rate in Michigan. We are committed to clear and direct communication with our students, meaning there are no hidden or padded fees once you arrive on campus. When you choose SVSU, we work with you to find scholarships, set up a payment plan and choose the housing and course load options that make the most financial sense for you. For more information, visit svsu.edu/cfsc.
CARDINAL COSTS FOR A MICHIGAN RESIDENT (ESTIMATED) 2021-22 ACADEMIC YEAR
FULL TIME
TUITION
$10,480
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
$1,100
TOTAL COST OF TUITION AND BOOKS
$11,580
Full-time students take an average of 14 credit hours per semester.
(Estimate)
Total cost may vary based on student’s program and courses.
HOUSING & MEALS (OPTIONAL: $11,106)
SVSU dorms were voted as the best in the nation among public universities (Niche, 2022). Choose a meal option comprised of weekly meals and declining balance dollars that best fits your needs.
PERSONAL/MISCELLANEOUS (OPTIONAL: $1,200)
At SVSU, freshmen are welcome to bring cars to campus — there are no added student parking fees.
NON-RESIDENT/INTERNATIONAL STUDENT (ESTIMATED)
Standard tuition for non-resident/international students is $24,639. Standard fees apply.
OUT OF STATE/RED & WHITE AWARD STUDENT
If you live outside of Michigan and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, you can come to SVSU at a significantly reduced out-of-state tuition rate with our Red and White Scholarship. 38
CARDINAL TIP Go online and calculate your aid estimate immediately. Visit svsu.edu/costquiz to find our online net price calculator and see what aid you may already qualify for at SVSU.
30% 90% of SVSU students graduate with no debt at all
of SVSU students receive a scholarship and/or financial assistance other than loans
1000+ private scholarships available in addition to academic scholarships
GUARANTEED SCHOLARSHIPS Students will be awarded the top academic scholarship that they qualify for based on their cumulative high school GPA. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
GPA REQUIRED
Renewable 4-year awards toward your first degree
NO TEST REQUIRED
HAVE A LIVING ANNUAL GREAT TEST ON CAMPUS? SCHOLARSHIP SCORE? AMOUNT RENEWABLE
FOUNDER’S
4.0+
$5,000
DEAN’S
3.75+
$4,000
CARDINAL
3.5+
$3,000
3.25+
$2,000
3.0+
$1,000
UNIVERSITY FACULTY
4-YEAR AWARD
(1380+ SAT/31+ ACT)
Get an extra $1,500 Valley Housing Scholarship to help pay for on-campus housing.
Get an extra $1,500 Academic Excellence Scholarship for your freshman year.
PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP - FULL TUITION Students with a 3.9+ GPA who apply to SVSU before December 1 are automatically invited to compete for our most prestigious award. The final selection of recipients is made in February.
CARDINAL COMMITMENT - FULL TUITION SVSU is offering full tuition and fees for qualifying Michigan families with a Family Adjusted Gross Income of $0-$50,000, as reported on the FAFSA. To see if you qualify, visit svsu.edu/freetuition. svsu.edu/visit 39
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