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Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MIPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 71% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Calvin University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Grand Rapids, MI. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.2K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 71%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
3.2K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
71% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading550 - 660
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math533 - 670
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite24 - 30
1typical 50% range36
71%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Health Sciences14% of degrees
Business & Marketing12% of degrees
Engineering9% of degrees
Biological Sciences8% of degrees
Social Sciences6% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $95,410
Earnings 5yr: $91,999
Debt: $19,000
Engineering, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,326
Earnings 5yr: $88,670
Debt: $23,000
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $75,085
Earnings 5yr: $81,952
Debt: $23,250
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,810
Earnings 5yr: $71,761
Debt: $26,924
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $73,155
Earnings 5yr: $68,609
Debt: $21,072
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,146
Earnings 5yr: $63,173
Debt: N/A
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,986
Earnings 5yr: $61,323
Debt: $21,000
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,412
Earnings 5yr: $48,432
Debt: $23,767
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $53,949
Earnings 5yr: $60,507
Debt: $24,833
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,281
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,218
Earnings 5yr: $48,951
Debt: $19,500
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $49,811
Earnings 5yr: $50,096
Debt: $27,000
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $48,169
Earnings 5yr: $48,400
Debt: $20,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,157
Earnings 5yr: $47,830
Debt: $19,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,579
Earnings 5yr: $50,391
Debt: $26,022
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,763
Earnings 5yr: $61,669
Debt: $19,682
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,138
Earnings 5yr: $39,062
Debt: $23,250
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $32,843
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $66,093
Debt: $27,000
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $45,411
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$22,992
In-State Tuition$39,350
Out-of-State Tuition$39,350
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
17%
Pell Grants
33%
Take Loans
83%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$48,039
+22% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$58,375
Completion Signals
74%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
87%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$211/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
50%
Men50%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 50% men and 50% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
13%
Part-Time Share
6%
Avg Family Income
$94,698
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