Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Grand Rapids, Michigan |
| Online | calvin.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Reformed Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Calvin College is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Christian Reformed Church faith. In the most recent statistical year 3,986 prospective students applied, and 2,992 were granted admission. Of those admitted 736 enrolled in the school. 2,890 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 367 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $37,990 plus fees of $250. Calvin College is ranked 283 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Calvin College is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Calvin College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#283 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#202 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Michigan
#268 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1120/1340 |
| ACT | 24/30 |
| GPA | 3.84 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $250 |
| Room and Board | $10,800 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $52,840 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 13% |
| Education | 12% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=169080 IPEDS survey data for Calvin College.
Current students may use the Calvin College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.