Spring Arbor University is excited to expand its Deep Roots Direct Admission Program through a new partnership with Concord Community Schools. The initiative is meant to create a clearer, more supportive pathway from high school to college, helping students in Jackson County step confidently into the next chapter of their academic journeys while nurturing their growth in faith and character.

Through the Direct Admission program, seniors at Concord Community Schools who meet SAU’s admissions requirements will be automatically accepted into Spring Arbor University. This streamlines the process by removing barriers and providing early access to individualized guidance, scholarship opportunities, and pathways for high school seniors to connect with the SAU community before they arrive on campus.  

“This partnership opens doors for our students and reinforces our commitment to their future success,” said Rebecca Hutchinson, Superintendent of Concord Community Schools. “Working with Spring Arbor University allows us to provide meaningful support as our graduates take their next steps. We believe that every student deserves access to an encouraging environment and a quality education, and partnering with SAU makes that possible.”

Dr. Brent Ellis, President of Spring Arbor University, noted the university’s greater commitment to invest in its local community, “Collaborating with schools like Concord creates a supportive pathway for students desiring to go to college,” Ellis said. “Our goal is to walk alongside them early in their admission process so that they are prepared to thrive academically, personally, and spiritually in a community that deeply cares for them.”

The partnership with Concord Community Schools further extends the reach of SAU’s Deep Roots Direct Admission Program as the university continues to partner with school districts in Jackson County.