At a glance
Average net price
$22,992
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
74.1%
Admission rate
71%
Undergrad size
3,193
In-state tuition
$39,350
Out-of-state tuition
$39,350
Cost of attendance
$54,222
Median earnings (10y)
$58,375
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,233
- ACT midpoint
- 27
- Retention
- 86.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (25%), humanities & arts (23%), social sciences (23%).
- STEM25%
- Health14%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services4%
- Health professions13.7%~436 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business11.5%~368 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education9.1%~289 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering8.9%~285 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~267 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Theology8.1%~257 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.6%~147 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology4.5%~142 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~133 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.0%~129 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~129 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~119 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication3.0%~96 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~92 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~60 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.7%~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.1%~37 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 154 | $62,088 | $23,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 135 | $58,498 | $26,924 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 98 | $37,528 | $19,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 91 | $28,469 | $23,767 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 78 | $37,553 | $26,022 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 76 | $29,889 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 68 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 66 | $50,594 | $19,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 59 | $54,275 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 58 | $19,457 | $24,833 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 57 | $20,716 | $19,682 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 54 | $55,940 | $23,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 46 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | $21,000 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Undergraduate certificate | 41 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 38 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 33 | $22,073 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 33 | $27,728 | $27,000 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 32 | $34,756 | $19,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Associate's | 25 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | $20,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography. | Undergraduate certificate | 20 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 19 | $31,034 | $23,250 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | $20,928 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 16 | $39,654 | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | $23,000 |
| Geography and Cartography. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Calvin University
Calvin University is a mid-sized institution located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,193 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Calvin University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,992 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $39,350 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $54,222 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 74.1%, a strong completion outcome. 86.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,375 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Calvin University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (25% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Calvin University accepts 71% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,233. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 27.
Location & campus
Set in Grand Rapids, Michigan (city), Calvin University draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Calvin University
Q.How much does Calvin University cost?
The average net price at Calvin University is $22,992 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $54,222.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Calvin University?
Calvin University has a 6-year graduation rate of 74.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Calvin University?
Calvin University admits 71% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Calvin University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Calvin University graduate earns $58,375 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Calvin University?
Published tuition is $39,350 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Calvin University located?
Calvin University is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan (ZIP 49546).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Calvin University at their official website.