Aquinas College
School info
3.5
Overall Quality
Reputation
3.7
Food
2.6
Clubs
3.1
Facilities
3.8
Internet
3.3
Location
4.4
Opportunities
3.5
Safety
3.8
Social
3.2
Happiness
3.8
Basic Information
Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
Institution Overview
- Public/Private: Private
- Established: Aquinas College in Michigan was established in 1886 as the Novitiate Normal School. However, if you are referring to Thomas Aquinas College, it was established in 1971. If you are referring to Aquinas College in Nashville, Tennessee, it was established in 1961. If you are referring to Aquinas College in Perth, Western Australia, it was established in 1938
- Founder: The Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids, led by Mother Aquinata Fiegler, OP
Academic information
Degree Courses
- Aquinas College offers over 100 major and minor choices. For specific degree courses in education
- Aquinas College offers several undergraduate and graduate programs
- including Bachelor of Science degrees in teacher education and Master's degrees in the Art of Teaching and Education. However
- the exact number of degree courses is not explicitly stated in the provided sources. Therefore
- the best approximation is over 100 major and minor choices
Key Area
- Aquatic sensors development
- Group B Streptococcus infection pathways
- JAK-STAT pathway activation
- Direct Arylation Reactions
- Soil carbon sequestration
Student and Staff Numbers
- Students: The total number of students enrolled at Aquinas College is approximately 1,300
- Undergraduates: The total undergraduate enrollment at Aquinas College ranges from 1,113 to 1,238 students, depending on the source and year
- Postgraduates: 96 students
- Academic Staff: The number of academic staff at Aquinas College is approximately 150-200, based on the faculty and staff listings provided in the sources. However, this is an estimate and the exact number may vary
- Administrative Staff: The number of administrative staff at Aquinas College is approximately 50-60 based on the provided sources, which list various administrative roles but do not provide a comprehensive total. - **Executive Officers**: 6-7 (e.g., President, Provost, Vice Presidents) - **Academic Affairs**: 7-8 (e.g., Provost, Associate Provosts, Staff) - **Student Affairs**: 7-8 (e.g., Dean of Students, Student Engagement Coordinators) - **Other Departments**: Additional administrative staff are mentioned in various departments, but specific numbers are not provided. Thus, combining these estimates, the total number of administrative staff could range from 20 to 30, but considering the broader scope of administrative roles across the college, it is more likely to be around 50-60. However, this is an approximation based on the available data
Notable Alumni
- Brad Smith
- Jacqueline D. Taylor
- Dan Diederich
- Patryk Biel
- Kyle Kwaske
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Good reviews
Overall 4.6
Anyone that complains about Aquinas probably doesn't do well here and wants to take what they lack out on the school instead of holding themselves accountable.
Overall 4.5
I have never come across a professor I didn’t like. A lot of students seems to be more on the shy side, so really try to initiate as much as you can with people. The accounting and business programs are great.
Overall 4.4
A wonderful learning community in a fantastic location.
Overall 4.4
None.
Overall 4.3
Beautiful, beautiful campus.
Overall 4.3
Coming to Aquinas was the best decision I've made. The campus is absolutely beautiful and has an amazing location. Aquinas is an incredibly caring community; everyone on campus is willing to go out of their way to help students succeed. I always feel supported on this campus, and love it here. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
Overall 4.3
Aquinas was the best choice for a college, honestly most amazing experience ever, truly. Everything about this school is wonderful
Overall 4.3
BEST SCHOOL EVER!
Overall 4.2
It's alright for a small local school
Overall 4.2
This school has everything I want and need in a college. I am able to practice my faith openly, and I am also able to have respectful dialogue with others about their beliefs. The professors here care so much about my education, and want to help. The campus is absolutely gorgeous & there is a lot to do for everyone with any interests! Pick Aquinas!
Bad reviews
Overall 0.9
It was a terrible experience. I cannot get a job with a degree from here.
Overall 1.1
This place is a lot like a throne of lies. They promise all these great things but in reality its horrible. There's never anything to do on campus, the food WILL give you food poisoning, and the professors genuinely don't care about you. The college won't help you get an actual job in the long run either. Don't. Go. Here.
Overall 1.3
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Overall 1.9
The internet is awful. Most professors are good, but bad ones are terrible. LOTS of cliques: I dealt with bullying. I spent the year alone. Dorms are 60+ years old: no heat, no A/C, & mold. Strangers will walk around campus constantly (concerning). It's like high school here. Every student here obviously peaked in high school. I'm transferring out.
Overall 1.9
I transferred out, and most people I know also transfer out! Not a safe place to be, and the campus safety department is mainly students, how safe is that? Too much snow! Too small a campus!
Overall 1.9
Everything about this school is terrible. From the food to the dorms, it doesn't show that they value their students and proves that college is truly a business. On the weekends, the campus is a ghost town and the cafeteria is only open for a couple hours a day- with the service of rubery pizza. I wouldn't recommend this school to anyone.
Overall 1.9
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