C
Average
Score: 53/100

Aquinas College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 63%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Quick Stats

1,295
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
71%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Aquinas College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $441,805
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,753/mo — vs ~$567/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49507 (5.2% cap, Grand Rapids)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,720 $37,720
Room $5,102
Board $6,750
Total Cost (On-Campus) $53,710 $53,710

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
54%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 47 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 23 grads/yr Psychology, General 20 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 18 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 18 grads/yr Mathematics, General 13 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 12 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 12 grads/yr Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other 12 grads/yr Business/Corporate Communications, General 9 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 8 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 7 grads/yr History, General 6 grads/yr Sociology, General 6 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 6 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 6 grads/yr Writing, General 6 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 6 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 5 grads/yr Education, General 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Aquinas College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,295
Total Students
59%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Hispanic 8%
Black 2%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 67%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 2%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Aquinas College?
Aquinas College has an acceptance rate of 71%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Aquinas College?
Tuition at Aquinas College is $37,720 for in-state students and $37,720 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Aquinas College?
The graduation rate at Aquinas College is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Aquinas College a good school?
Aquinas College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Aquinas College?
Aquinas College has a total enrollment of 1,295 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology