Colleges Near Big Rapids

Colleges and universities near me in the Big Rapids, Michigan area

There 34 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 198,292 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Michigan with a population of 10,601, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Big Rapids. Driving time to these schools from Big Rapids should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo which is ranked #221 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Michigan State University enrolling 50,023 students. In terms of affordability, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College in Mount Pleasant offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,560 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Big Rapids.


34 results

Grand Valley State University
G
Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#6 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 21,648enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA

Applications Due May 1

55 miles from Big Rapids

Davenport University
D
Grand Rapids, MI
 

Davenport University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 5,073enrollment
  • $18,350net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA

59 miles from Big Rapids

Northwood University Michigan
N
Midland, MI

Northwood University Michigan

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#10 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 2,246enrollment
  • $24,616net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 950-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA

60 miles from Big Rapids

Hope College
H
Holland, MI

Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,251enrollment
  • $25,800net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1330SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA

70 miles from Big Rapids

Northwestern Michigan College
N
Traverse City, MI

Northwestern Michigan College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,098enrollment
  • $6,951net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

74 miles from Big Rapids

Delta College
D
University Center, MI

Delta College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 7,056enrollment
  • $6,113net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

75 miles from Big Rapids

Kirtland Community College
K
Roscommon, MI
 

Kirtland Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,403enrollment
  • $9,422net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

76 miles from Big Rapids

Saginaw Valley State University
S
University Center, MI

Saginaw Valley State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#14 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 7,147enrollment
  • $12,432net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 970-1180SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA

76 miles from Big Rapids

Great Lakes Christian College
G
Lansing, MI
 

Great Lakes Christian College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 133enrollment
  • $15,978net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

78 miles from Big Rapids

Lansing Community College
L
Lansing, MI

Lansing Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 9,573enrollment
  • $4,371net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

81 miles from Big Rapids

Baker College of Owosso
B
Owosso, Michigan
 

Baker College of Owosso

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,087enrollment
  • $11,815net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

82 miles from Big Rapids

Michigan State University
S
East Lansing, MI

Michigan State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

#3 Best Colleges in Michigan

  • 50,023enrollment
  • $22,803net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA

84 miles from Big Rapids

Olivet College
O
Olivet, MI
 

Olivet College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 919enrollment
  • $21,394net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 910-1120SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

91 miles from Big Rapids

Kellogg Community College
K
Battle Creek, MI
 

Kellogg Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,427enrollment
  • $4,685net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

95 miles from Big Rapids

Kalamazoo College
K
Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#1 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,210enrollment
  • $26,981net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1370SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA

Applications Due Jan 15

98 miles from Big Rapids

Western Michigan University
W
Kalamazoo, MI

Western Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#7 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 17,000enrollment
  • $20,030net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 990-1220SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA

98 miles from Big Rapids

FAQ's

The closest community college is Montcalm Community College and is 36.3 miles from Big Rapids. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Montcalm Community College are $4,830 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Montcalm Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.