Calvin University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Midsize
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	2,453
Religious affiliation	Protestant
Student to faculty ratio	12 to 1
Acceptance rate	75%
Students retention rate	86%
On-time graduation rate	77%

Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Calvin University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 75% indicates that Calvin University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Calvin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Calvin University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Calvin University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 86% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 76% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

75.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$38,240

Cost of attendance at Calvin University in 2022 for students from Michigan.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Michigan's average	$11,680
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$38,240

Cost of attendance at Calvin University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Michigan's average	$20,120
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 95 of freshman students at Calvin University received on average $24,410 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$24,410

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	88	14%	$4,432	$389,990
Other Federal Grant	92	14%	$5,843	$537,579
State Grant/Scholarships	189	30%	$2,814	$531,850
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	601	94%	$22,752	$13,673,937
Total Grant & Scholarships	604	95%	$24,410	$14,743,366

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Calvin University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Calvin University students is 77.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 80.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 73.2%.

77.3%

asian 65.7% 23 students
African American 64.7% 22 students
white 79.9% 533 students
unknown 84.6% 22 students
hispanic 56.5% 26 students
International Students 87.2% 68 students
Mixed Race 60.8% 31 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Basketball Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Track and Cross Country Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Calvin University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Calvin University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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