Aquinas Admissions FAQ

  1. What is the admissions deadline?

    We have rolling admissions. Classes begin for the fall semester in late August and the first week of January for spring semester.

  2. Is an interview required for admission?

    No. However, an interview is recommended. Please contact your admissions counselor to set up a time to meet and visit the Aquinas College campus.

  3. How many students attend Aquinas?

    For the fall semester, 2005 the enrollment in all programs totaled nine hundred and two students. Nearly six hundred of those students attended the school on the main campus.

  4. What academic programs are offered at Aquinas?

    Bachelor of Business Administration
    Associate of Science in Nursing (RN)
    Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)
    Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (Elementary Education)
    Post-Baccalaureate Licensure
    Bachelor of Arts: Major - Liberal Arts
    Bachelor of Arts: Major – English
    Bachelor of Arts: Major – Theology
    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

  5. What is the average class size?

    Fifteen is a typical number of students per class.

  6. Are computers readily available?

    Yes, Aquinas students have access to over 40 computers on campus. Aquinas has fifteen computers in the Library Research and Writing Center; twenty in the computer lab for instruction in various programs; four in the Nursing Skills lab; and four in the Elementary Education resource room.

  7. Are faculty available outside of the classroom?

    Yes, teaching is our number one priority. All faculty members have posted office hours and are willing to assist all students.

  8. What is the cost of attendance?

    2007-2008 tuition is $486.00 per credit hour for general education classes; $40.00 additional per credit hour for nursing classes. See Tuition and Fees.

  9. Must I live on campus as a freshman?

    Aquinas is a non-residential campus, so none of our students live on campus. We do provide assistance to students seeking housing. See Student Life for information on housing.

  10. What is there for me to do on campus?

    Aquinas students enjoy an active campus life with spiritual, social, cultural, and recreational opportunities available. See Student Life.

  11. Is financial aid available?

    Yes, Aquinas awards monies through merit-based scholarships, need-based scholarships and other state and federal grant and loan programs. See Financial Aid.

  12. Is financial aid available if my family is considered middle class?

    You might not qualify for need-based aid, but you can still receive other scholarships and loans.

  13. When should I fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

    Between January 1 and March 1 for students entering in the Fall. See www.fafsa.ed.gov for more information.

  14. What is the Aquinas’ Title IV college code?

    Aquinas’ Title IV college code is 003477.

  15. What is the Aquinas’ ACT code?

    Aquinas’ ACT code is 3942.

  16. What is the Aquinas’ SAT code?

    Aquinas’ SAT code is 7318.

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Aquinas College strives to provide an optimal opportunity for students with disabilities to meet with success, while not compromising the caliber of instruction or the self-confidence of the learner.

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