The special purpose of Michigan Lutheran Seminary is to train students for the public ministry of the gospel and to enroll them upon graduation at Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.
MLS has a single course of study which equips each student to meet the enrollment requirements of Martin Luther College.
The curriculum gives special emphasis to the study of God`s Word, and special attention to foreign languages and music.
It exceeds standards set by the state of Michigan for admission to college.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,450
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Michigan Lutheran Seminary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1910
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
2 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Prof. Andrew Naumann
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To prepare high school students for the public ministry of the gospel.
- School Mascot: Northern Cardinal, Cardinal
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Michigan Lutheran Seminary cost?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary's tuition is approximately $8,450 for private students.
What schools are Michigan Lutheran Seminary often compared to?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary is often viewed alongside schools like Valley Lutheran High School by visitors of our site.
What is Michigan Lutheran Seminary's ranking?
Michigan Lutheran Seminary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Michigan Lutheran Seminary?
The application deadline for Michigan Lutheran Seminary is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Michigan Lutheran Seminary vs. Valley Lutheran High School
The nearest high school to Michigan Lutheran Seminary is The New Millennium Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Paul's Lutheran School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bethlehem Lutheran School (1.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Paul's Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2745 W Genesee Ave
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 799-3271
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 799-3271
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 123 students Tuition listed
The New Millennium Academy ![The New Millennium Academy Photo - The New Millennium Academy "NMA" New Logo for the School Year 2025-2026.]( "The New Millennium Academy Photo - The New Millennium Academy \"NMA\" New Logo for the School Year 2025-2026.")
(Christian)
3427 Adams Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 30 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Holy Cross Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
610 Court St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 793-9795
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 793-9795
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 79 students
Gethsemane Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
3412 Crestmont Dr
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-3607
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-3607
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 20 students
Bethlehem Lutheran School ![Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo]( "Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2777 Hermansau Rd
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 755-1144
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 755-1144
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students Sports: 3
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The New Millennium Academy ![The New Millennium Academy Photo - The New Millennium Academy "NMA" New Logo for the School Year 2025-2026.]( "The New Millennium Academy Photo - The New Millennium Academy \"NMA\" New Logo for the School Year 2025-2026.")
(Christian)
3427 Adams Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 30 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Valley Lutheran High School ![Valley Lutheran High School Photo - At Valley Lutheran we prepare students for life with Christ as our foundation!]( "Valley Lutheran High School Photo - At Valley Lutheran we prepare students for life with Christ as our foundation!")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3560 McCarty Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 790-1676
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 790-1676
2.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 305 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
2555 Wieneke Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-2221
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-2221
2.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
8331 Gratiot Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2340
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2340
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 85 students
Bridgeport Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
2440 King Rd
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-6811
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-6811
6.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 110 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Paul's Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
2745 W Genesee Ave
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 799-3271
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 799-3271
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 123 students Tuition listed
The New Millennium Academy ![The New Millennium Academy Photo - The New Millennium Academy "NMA" New Logo for the School Year 2025-2026.]( "The New Millennium Academy Photo - The New Millennium Academy \"NMA\" New Logo for the School Year 2025-2026.")
(Christian)
3427 Adams Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 484-7363
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 30 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Holy Cross Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
610 Court St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 793-9795
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 793-9795
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 79 students
Gethsemane Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
3412 Crestmont Dr
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-3607
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-3607
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 20 students
Bethlehem Lutheran School ![Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo]( "Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2777 Hermansau Rd
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 755-1144
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 755-1144
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students Sports: 3
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bethlehem Lutheran School ![Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo]( "Bethlehem Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2777 Hermansau Rd
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 755-1144
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 755-1144
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students Sports: 3
Good Shepherd Early Childhood
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5335 Brockway Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 793-8252
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 793-8252
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 107 students Avg. class size: 16 students
2136 Berberovich Dr
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-2361
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-2361
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 423 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Growing Years Christian School
Montessori School (Christian)
2190 Wieneke Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-8670
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 792-8670
2.7 miles
Gr: NS | 12 students
Bethany Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
5051 Mccarty Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5147
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5147
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 46 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Merrill Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
755 W Alice St
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7231
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7231
9444 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 97 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Merrill High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
555 W Alice St
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7231
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7231
9444.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Merrill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 W Alice St
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7283
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7283
9444.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Meridian Early College High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3303 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
9444.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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