The campus of Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College is in Mount Pleasant, MI, which is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in business and management and liberal arts.
Its open admissions system makes Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, the school had 127 students enrolled (60 full-time equivalent). Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College is the open and inclusive higher education institution of the Saginaw Chippewa tribal community. We provide education in a caring, student-focused, and intellectually stimulating environment. Our programs contribute to the development of learners who think critically, appreciate diversity, and value the unique culture of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. We support and encourage students to lead successful, independent, socially responsible, and personally fulfilling lives."
More complete details are provided below.
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
2274 Enterprise Dr
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
General Phone: (989) 775-4123
http://www.sagchip.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 7 | liberal arts and sciences, Native American studies, general studies |
| Business and Management | 5 | business management |
Number of programs and degrees for Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 12 | 4 |
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College is a tribal college.
In 2007-2008, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College had a total enrollment of 127 students (60 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 9% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| American Indian | 86% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 19% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Mount Pleasant, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,040 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,040 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3772300)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
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