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Saginaw Valley State University: Overview, Rankings, Placements, Fees & Courses

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About SVSU

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Year of establishment
1963
Also known as
SVSU
University website
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Student website
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Total foreign students
630
Campus size
748 acres
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
USD 71 million
Scholarships granted
6290
Scholarship amount granted
USD 54 million
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
265
Faculty/Student ratio
16
Male/Female ratio
1.52
UG/PG course ratio
0.59
Total criminal offences
44
Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

85%

Black

7%

Hispanic

5%

Asian

1%

UG Student residence

In state

97%

Out of state

2%

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UG Number of Applicant

9330
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Overall Graduation Rate

0.5
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Q:   Does Saginaw Valley State University have an application fee?

A: 

Saginaw Valley State University is a public university. Therefore, the application fees for domestic and international students may vary. The SVSU application fee for domestic students is none. Whereas, international students are required to pay USD 30/INR 2,504 as application fees to apply at the university. International students can pay the application fees online through their credit card or debit card.

*USD/INR = 83.48

Q:   Is Saginaw Valley State University a good university?

A: 

Saginaw Valley State University is one of the finest institutions of higher education in the country. It is consistently ranked among the top universities in the region. Check below SVSU rankings in the US News and World Report 2024:

Category

Rank

Top Public Schools in the Midwest

#43

Regional Universities in the Midwest

#120

Top Performers on Social Mobility

#138

Q:   Does Saginaw Valley State University have dorms?

A: 

Saginaw Valley State University offers a variety of housing options to students from residence-style to apartment-style. SVSU dorms are spacious and help to enjoy a life beyond the campus. The cost of living on campus for international students varies from individual to individual. It depends on the type of accommodation and their lifestyle. Check below the housing rates for the 2024/25 academic year:

SVSU Housing Rates for the 2024/25 Academic Year

Accommodation Type

Rate per Semester

Pine Grove

USD 3,390 - 4,050 (INR 2.80L - 3.38L)

Living Centers

USD 2,650 - 3,515 (INR 2.20L - 2.90L)

University Village

USD 3,390 - 4050 (INR 2.80L - 3.38L)

*USD/INR = 83.48

Q:   How hard is it to get into Saginaw Valley State University?

A: 

Saginaw Valley State University is one of the most sought-after universities among international students. Each year thousands of students apply for various courses at the university. As per the US News and World Report, Saginaw Valley State University acceptance rate is 78%. This shows that the admission process of the university is moderately selective. International students are required to meet the minimum eligibility to get into the university. Please note that the data on the acceptance rate given above is taken from an unofficial source, therefore, it is subject to vary.

Q:   How many campuses does Saginaw Valley State University have?

A: 

Saginaw Valley State University is a single-campus university. It is a public university founded in 1963 with modern state-of-the-art facilities. It has one of the best campuses in the country. NICHE 2024 ranked SVSU #1 for best college campus in Michigan. The university offers over 100 courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels through its five academic colleges.

SVSU Admission Dates 2024

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    University CityFrankenlust Township, Michigan, USA

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    7400 Bay Rd, University Center, MI 48710, USA

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    7400 Bay Rd, University Center, MI 48710, United States
    Frankenlust Township ( Michigan)

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