At a glance
Average net price
$20,301
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
61.9%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
1,298
In-state tuition
$23,000
Out-of-state tuition
$23,000
Cost of attendance
$42,043
Median earnings (10y)
$47,314
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 78.3%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (31%), business (28%), humanities & arts (23%).
- STEM5%
- Health6%
- Business28%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences31%
- Trades & services8%
- Business27.7%~360 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology14.0%~182 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education11.5%~149 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~98 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Theology7.0%~91 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~76 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~62 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~62 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.8%~62 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.1%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English2.2%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering2.0%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.8%~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science0.3%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.3%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 124 | $44,545 | $28,750 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 63 | $32,172 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 61 | $33,124 | $37,854 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 59 | $48,236 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 39 | $36,833 | $29,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 37 | $35,145 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 35 | $38,970 | $21,488 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 32 | $40,175 | $27,000 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 32 | $49,408 | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 21 | $28,707 | $25,125 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master's | 20 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 19 | $31,601 | $25,000 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $43,009 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 18 | $27,609 | — |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 14 | — | $28,200 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 12 | $32,464 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 10 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 9 | $26,632 | — |
| Religious Education. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
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 Cornerstone University
Cornerstone University is a mid-sized institution located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,298 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Cornerstone University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,301 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $23,000 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $42,043 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 61.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 78.3% 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 $47,314 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Cornerstone University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (31% of credentials), business (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (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
Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Grand Rapids, Michigan (city), Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone University
Q.How much does Cornerstone University cost?
The average net price at Cornerstone University is $20,301 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $42,043.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Cornerstone University?
Cornerstone University has a 6-year graduation rate of 61.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Cornerstone University?
Cornerstone University admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Cornerstone University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Cornerstone University graduate earns $47,314 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Cornerstone University?
Published tuition is $23,000 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Cornerstone University located?
Cornerstone University is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan (ZIP 49525).
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 Cornerstone University at their official website.