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One of the important questions with any college search is, “Can I afford it?”That question is especially common when students consider private colleges.

The answer? Take a hard look at Adrian, and you might find that our cost is as low – or even lower – than state institutions.

While students and their parents sometimes suffer from “sticker shock” when they see the cost of full tuition, they’re often very surprised to find out how much they’ll actually pay once they work with our Financial Aid staff.

Academic scholarships are renewable annually and range from $28,000 to $92,000 over four years. Add to that other forms of aid that are often available and the price begins to drop even more.

Another factor is that Adrian is committed to helping you graduate in four years. At some schools, you end up paying for five to six years of tuition.

Of course, it’s hard to put a price tag on what you gain at Adrian. You will spend four years in small classes, forming personal relationships with world-class professors, and getting involved. You’ll leave with a first-rate education, a host of satisfying and lucrative career options, and friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

An Adrian College education is an investment. Please feel free to contact Student Financial Services at 800-877-2246 with any questions you may have.

Kind regards,

Jeffrey R. Docking

ScholarshipsAcademic ScholarshipsAll Adrian College applicants are considered for academic scholarships and are awarded at approximately the following levels:

Scholarship Level Annual Award Min. GPA Min. ACT Trustee w/ Distinction $12,500 3.9 28 Trustee Scholarship $11,000 3.8 26 Presidential Scholarship $9,000 3.6 24 Dean Scholarship $7,000 3.3 22

Academic scholarship awards will be renewed as long as the student remains in good standing with the College.

Fine Arts ScholarshipsAdrian College applicants may also apply for fine arts scholarships in the following departments:

Department Annual Award Requirements Art and Design Scholarship Up to $2,000 Portfolio review Marching Band Scholarship Up to $2,000 Audition & Participation Music Scholarship Up to $2,000 Audition Theatre Scholarship Up to $2,000 Audition or Interview

Additional ScholarshipsAdrian College applicants may also apply for additional department/as-sociation scholarships in the following departments:

Association/Department Annual Award Academic Department Scholarship Up to $1,500 Requirements: Participate in the Academic Department Scholarship Day (November/Feb/March); Open to unconditionally admitted students only

Alumni Legacy Scholarship Up to $5,000 Requirements: Grandparent, parent, or sibling is an alum of Adrian College United Methodist Scholarship Up to $1,500 Requirements: Letter from pastor verifying church membership

Students may earn multiple Adrian College scholarships and awards and will receive the total of the two largest monetary amounts.For further information regarding these scholarship programs, please contact us at: Adrian College Office of Admissions, 1-800-877-2246, www.adrian.edu, admissions@adrian.edu

Coursework relevant to the real world

Exceptional study abroad opportunities

Effective career preparation: internships, service learning, and lab reasearch

Small, interactive classes

Make an impact on student life; be a leader on the playing field, in the classroom, or with numerous campus organiza-tions

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Adrian’s small-school environment fosters proficiency in problem solving, analysis, communication, and synthesis of knowledge from different disciplines. These abilities make Adrian graduates especially desirable to employers who view them as creative, open-minded, and versatile.

Historically, 90% of Adrian College graduates begin their career or enter graduate school within six months of graduation.

Adrian College graduates develop knowledge and skills that enable them to function successfully in tomorrow’s world, often in jobs we can’t even begin to imagine today.

An Adrian College Education Lasts a Lifetime

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“At Adrian College, students develop the necessary skills to determine and achieve their career goals. Through a dynamic combination of career services, small classes, personal faculty mentors and internship experiences, Adrian students transform their profes-sional aspirations into reality.” -Shannon Martineau Director of Career Services

Financial Aid and the FAFSA

Full-time tuition and room and board cost for the 2008-2009 academic year was $30,990. There is no additional out-of-state tuition cost. The tuition rate is the same for students from all states.

How do I apply for aid? To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after January 1 as possi-ble and before March 1. Visit www.fafsa.ed.gov to learn more. The FAFSA results are sent to each of the requested colleges.

What types of financial aid are available? The two types of financial aid are gift aid and self-help aid. Gift aid does not need to be repaid, and may be merit-based, such as with academic or fine arts scholarships, or need-based, in the form of institutional, state, or federal grants. Self-help aid may be in the form of student loans or work-study awards.

What if I don’t think I’ll qualify for financial aid? Often, people mistakenly believe that they will not qualify for aid based on the experiences of neighbors or co-workers. Financial aid exists, in part, to bridge the gap between the cost of state institutions and private colleges. Unless you know you will be expected to pay more than the cost of Adrian College, you should file the FAFSA.

“Adrian College has provided me with a valuable education and laid the foundation for my career success. It was the best decision I could have ever made. The four years that I spent at Adrian created priceless relationships with professors and friends. Adrian College professors teach lessons about real-life situations and, more importantly, how to apply them in the workplace. Students who graduate from Adrian are equipped with skills that employers are looking for.” -Greg Herron, Dawson Scholar, Class of 2004

Adrian College at a glance

Location: Adrian, Michigan (45 minutes from Ann Arbor and Toledo, 90 minutes from Detroit)Founded: 1859Enrollment: 1,350Average Class Size: 19 studentsHousing: 2-person rooms, single rooms, air conditioned 4-person apartments, theme houses, single and double suitesPlacement: 90% of graduates find employment or enter graduate school within 6 months of graduationOff-campus Study: 59 programs in 29 foreign countries and 4 programs in the U.S.Athletics: NCAA Division III, member of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA). Mascot: BulldogsColors: Black and gold

Adrian College110 South Madison StreetAdrian, Michigan 49221

1-800-877-2246 www.adrian.edu admissions@adrian.edu

Adrian College, a liberal arts College in the United Methodist tradition, is committed to the pursuit of truth and to the dignity of all people. Through active and creative learning in a supportive community, students are challenged to achieve excellence in their academic, personal, and professional lives, and to contribute to a more socially just society.