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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.
In 2007-2008, Siena Heights University had 2,161 students enrolled (1,280 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
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 | 183 | business management, human resources management, accounting, non-profit management |
| Liberal Arts | 92 | general studies, English language and literature, English, sign language translation, Spanish language, creative writing, social services, language translation |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 80 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police, corrections, criminal justice and administration, fire-fighting |
| Medical Support and Technology | 72 | radiographer, dental hygienist, respiratory care tech, radiation therapist, dental assistant, medical lab tech, medical assistant, electrocardiograph tech, ... |
| Engineering Technician | 56 | electronics tech, engineering technician, electrical/electronic tech, industrial tech, drafting and design tech, drafting, CAD and design, automotive tech, ... |
| Family and Social Work | 56 | community organization, social work, social service professions, child care management, human services |
| Therapy and Counseling | 47 | community health services, psychology, massage therapy, physical therapist assistant |
| Education and Teaching | 32 | education courses, school counseling, elementary school teaching, social studies teaching, secondary teaching, science teaching, reading teaching, superintendency and administration |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 22 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 18 | computer support, computer and info science |
| Media | 13 | organizational communications, radio and television, journalism, communication and journalism |
| Science | 11 | biology, chemistry |
| Religion and Philosophy | 11 | theological and ministerial studies, philosophy, religion |
| Medical Administration | 10 | health care administration, medical secretary |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 10 | drama |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 8 | sports and fitness management |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 7 | nuclear tech, chemical tech |
| Mechanics and Repair | 7 | automobile mechanics, avionics maintenance |
| Art Studies | 5 | art studies |
| Construction Trades | 5 | electrician |
| Law | 4 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Production Trades | 4 | precision production, tool and die tech |
| Hospitality | 3 | hotel management, hospitality administration |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Office and Administration | 2 | administrative assistant |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 2 | culinary arts services, restaurant and catering management |
| Architecture and Planning | 2 | urban planning |
| Design | 1 | interior design |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 1 | real estate |
| Engineering | 0 | various engineering courses |
Number of programs and degrees for Siena Heights University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 668 | 93 |
| Master's degree | 78 | 10 |
| Post-master's certificate | 11 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 10 | 9 |
In 2007-2008, Siena Heights University had a total enrollment of 2,161 students (1,280 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 55% |
| Women | 45% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 83% |
| Graduate | 17% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 69% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
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 369 of its 1,280 (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 | 751 | 567 | 76% | 216 | 38% |
| Men | 366 | 276 | 75% | 118 | 43% |
| Women | 385 | 291 | 76% | 98 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 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 ACT | 85% |
| 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 | $ 6,510 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,484 |
Financial Aid:
Siena Heights University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 231600)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 31 | 37 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 12 | $60,166 | 8 | $56,061 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $50,564 | 14 | $46,636 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $42,673 | 9 | $40,695 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 4 | $35,173 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 3 | $36,267 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 31 | $50,836 | 37 | $45,361 |
*: 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
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
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
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Elect CAD/CADD
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Engineering Technology, General
Engineering-Related Technologies, Other
Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
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
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
General Studies
Language Interpretation and Translation
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Social Sciences, General
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Organizational Communication, General
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
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
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
PRODUCTION TRADES
Precision Production, Other
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Chemical Technology/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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