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Welcome to Adrian College! 

We know that entering college is a big step and respect your desire to make the most of your time...to earn an education, yes, but also to engage in a four-year, transformative, life-changing experience. 

Our Mission

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

Adrian College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.


Quick Facts

1,800

Student Population

45

Minutes from Ann Arbor, Mich.

90

Minutes from Detroit, Mich.

14

Specialized Master's Programs

45

Minutes from Toledo, Ohio

1:15

Faculty to Student Ratio


In This Section

Our Story & History

Our Story & History

Adrian College was chartered more than 160 years ago, on March 28, 1859. We sprang from a Wesleyan Methodist theological institute, and we remain affiliated with the Methodist Church to this day.

Institutional Research

Institutional Research

The Office of Institutional Research and Assessment handles both institutional research and assessment for Adrian College. We support assessment of student learning, accreditation, program review and institutional effectiveness.

Ribbons of Excellence

Ribbons of Excellence

In 2007, the academic community at Adrian College adopted the idea of the ribbons to represent its standards of excellence. From the long-standing tradition of the ribbons attached to the shepherd’s crook at graduation, these new ribbons of excellence have been developed to support the College’s mission statement.

Campus & Facilities

Campus & Facilities

We have numerous facilities available for a wide variety of needs, from wedding venues to baseball camps. Our Office of Conferences hosts programs from daily meetings to major social events.

Leadership

Leadership

Adrian College’s leadership looks to not only educate but inspire students to be the very best in their field, and be decent human beings committed to the pursuit of truth and dignity of all people.

Human Resources

Human Resources

Adrian College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Marketing & Public Relations

Marketing & Public Relations

We communicate the visions, goals and achievements of the College to the world at large.

Business Office

Business Office

We are dedicated to serving the financial needs of the College and help to support overall operations by providing friendly and efficient financial services to students, faculty and staff.

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