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The Siena Heights University, founded as the St. Joseph’s College for Women in 1919, is situated in Adrian, Michigan. It was first renamed as Siena Heights College and in 1998, it was rechristened the Siena Heights University. It is a private institute which offers enrollment to more than 2,000 students.
The Siena Heights University offers associate’s, graduate, post-graduate, and specialist’s degrees in a number of academic disciplines. The university operates the Undergraduate College, the Graduate College, and the College of Professional Studies. The university is organized into the following five academic divisions:
The athletics teams of Siena Heights University are nicknamed the Saints and they participate in basketball, golf, and volleyball. The athletics department of the university is the member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.
The campus of Siena Heights University is in Adrian, MI, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Siena Heights University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Post-Master's certificate.
Siena Heights University has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Siena Heights University is known for its programs in engineering technician, family and social work, and security and law enforcement.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 365. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 350 and 495.
In 2007, the school had 2,161 students enrolled (1,316 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Siena Heights University are 40 years old or older.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Siena Heights University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Siena Heights University values student athletics, and belongs to the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Siena Heights University
1247 Siena Heights Dr
Adrian, MI 49221
General Phone: (517) 263-0731
http://www.sienaheights.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 154 | business management, accounting, human resources management |
| Liberal Arts | 103 | general studies, English language and literature, history, social services, English, Spanish language |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 74 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and administration, criminal justice and police, fire-fighting, corrections |
| Family And Social Work | 64 | community organization, social service professions, social work, child care management, human services |
| Medical Support And Technology | 52 | dental hygienist, respiratory care tech, radiographer, radiation therapist, sonography and ultrasound tech, surgical tech, veterinary assistant, medical lab tech, ... |
| Engineering Technician | 51 | electronics tech, electrical/electronic tech, industrial tech, computer engineering tech, construction engineering tech, engineering technician, environmental engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 33 | community health services, psychology, massage therapy, physical therapist assistant |
| Education And Teaching | 26 | elementary school teaching, business teaching, school counseling, reading teaching, social studies teaching, secondary teaching, art education, early childhood education, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 20 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Administration | 19 | health care administration, pharmacy courses |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 18 | computer support, computer and info science, data processing tech, computer programming |
| Media | 17 | radio and television, communication and journalism, communications tech courses, organizational communications |
| Art Studies | 15 | art studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 15 | sports and fitness management |
| Mechanics And Repair | 15 | automobile mechanics, aircraft maintenance, autobody repair, diesel mechanics, avionics maintenance |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 10 | nuclear tech |
| Science | 9 | biology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | theological and ministerial studies, religion |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Office And Administration | 3 | administrative assistant |
| Music | 3 | music, various music studies |
| Fine Arts | 3 | art history and criticism |
| Hospitality | 2 | hospitality administration |
| Design | 2 | interior design |
| Architecture And Planning | 2 | architectural tech, landscape architecture |
| Law | 1 | legal assistant |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 1 | culinary arts services |
| Construction Trades | 1 | electrician |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 1 | real estate |
| Medicine | 1 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Siena Heights University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 642 | 94 |
| Master's degree | 76 | 11 |
| Associate's degree | 12 | 9 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Siena Heights University had a total enrollment of 2,161 students (1,316 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 14% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 90% |
| Ohio | 6% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
Siena Heights University offers campus housing for 400 of its 1,316 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Adrian, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 14 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 749 | 544 | 73% | 173 | 32% |
| Men | 322 | 245 | 76% | 73 | 30% |
| Women | 427 | 299 | 70% | 100 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 365 | 565 |
| SAT Math | 350 | 495 |
| SAT Writing | 330 | 500 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 1% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 97% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,494 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,494 |
| Room and board | $ 6,520 |
| Books and supplies | $ 726 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,442 |
Financial Aid:
Siena Heights University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 231600)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 31 | 39 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 14 | $56,826 | 8 | $53,262 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $48,974 | 18 | $44,280 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $42,197 | 12 | $39,291 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 31 | $50,771 | 39 | $44,339 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference |
| Track | Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 132 | 94 | 226 |
| Track | 44 | 26 | 70 |
| Basketball | 26 | 17 | 43 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| All Other Sports | 35 | 51 | 86 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architectural Technology/Technician
Landscape Architecture (BS, BSLA, BLA, MSLA, MLA, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Montessori Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Biomedical Technology/Technician
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Engineering-Related Technologies, Other
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians, Other
Robotics Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
Community Organization and Advocacy
Human Services, General
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
General Studies
History, General
Social Sciences, General
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Communications Technologies/Technicians & Support Services, Other
Organizational Communication, General
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
MUSIC
Music, General
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Nuclear/Nuclear Power Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Physical Therapist Assistant
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Siena Heights University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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