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Calvin University

Calvin University is a medium, private institution located in Grand Rapids, mi. Founded in 1876, Calvin University offers undergraduate degrees in 84 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 2,833 undergraduates
cost $38,620 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions Academics Annual tuition & cost Ways to pay Students Campus life FAQs

Admissions

Will I get into Calvin University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 74.2%
SAT score average 1263
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.8
Application fee $35
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Key deadlines

June
30
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15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Calvin University is known for one of its top majors: Engineering, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 12:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
12 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Engineering and Technology
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Other
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Engineering, General
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Psychology, General
Marketing
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $38,620
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,150
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $3,000
Cost of attendance* $54,070
Average financial aid package $32,220
Estimated cost $21,850 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $38,620
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,150
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $3,000
Cost of attendance* $54,070
Average financial aid package $32,220
Estimated cost $21,850 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Calvin University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,833, with gender binary students split 49% male and 51% female.

Total enrollment

3,364

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
63%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
5%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
20%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Calvin University, students love their Dance Guild. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 3201 Burton Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
phone 616-526-6000
address www.calvin.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Dance guild

Pre-health professionals

Calvin outdoor recreation

National student speech, language, and hearing association

African students association

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Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Calvin University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Calvin University?

Calvin University is located in Grand Rapids, mi.

What is the acceptance rate at Calvin University? 

The acceptance rate for Calvin University is 74%.

What’s the average GPA for Calvin University?

The average high school GPA for Calvin University students was 3.8.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Calvin University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Calvin University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $216,280.

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