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The campus of Aquinas is in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which is a medium-sized city. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Aquinas is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The range of program offerings available from Aquinas is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The school is known for its programs in mathematics and education and teaching.
Admission at Aquinas is selective, not open to all who apply.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2005, Aquinas had 2,193 students enrolled (1,819 full-time equivalent).
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Aquinas offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Aquinas College
1607 Robinson Rd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506-1799
General Phone: (616) 632-8900
Admissions Phone: (616) 632-2900
Financial Aid Phone: (616) 632-2893
http://www.aquinas.edu
Aquinas awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 202 | education, English teaching, education of learning disabled, physical education teaching, social studies teaching, special ed, science teaching, music teaching |
| Business And Management | 119 | business management, business and related services, business communications, accounting, international business, accounting and finance |
| Liberal Arts | 103 | liberal arts and sciences, English, history, sociology, political science, Spanish language, geography, social services, ... |
| Media | 24 | communication studies, communication and journalism |
| Therapy And Counseling | 21 | psychology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 18 | sports and fitness management, health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Science | 16 | biology, chemistry |
| Mathematics | 14 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies, arts management |
| Religion And Philosophy | 7 | religion, religious music, philosophy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Family And Social Work | 2 | community organization |
| Music | 1 | music performance |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 0 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Fine Arts | 0 | art history and criticism |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | stagecraft |
Number of programs and degrees for Aquinas in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 381 | 46 |
| Master's degree | 160 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 2 |
In 2005, Aquinas had a total enrollment of 2,193 students (1,819 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 34% |
| Women | 66% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 72% |
| Graduate | 28% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 94% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| California | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
Aquinas offers campus housing for 700 of its 1,819 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Grand Rapids, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,726 | 1,409 | 82% | 364 | 26% |
| Men | 538 | 434 | 81% | 125 | 29% |
| Women | 1,108 | 975 | 88% | 239 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (616) 632-2900
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,926 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,926 |
| Room and board | $ 5,824 |
| Room charge | $ 2,690 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,134 |
| Books and supplies | $ 695 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,357 |
Financial Aid:
Aquinas participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 223900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (616) 632-2893
Aquinas has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $47,950 | 6 | $46,919 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $40,421 | 18 | $41,086 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 13 | $38,408 | 20 | $36,282 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 50 | $42,457 | 44 | $39,698 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference |
| Track | Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 45 | 34 | 79 |
| Track | 10 | 7 | 17 |
| Baseball | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Basketball | 8 | 5 | 13 |
| All Other Sports | 12 | 22 | 34 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Finance
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Corporate Communications
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Aquinas Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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