Calvin University
Calvin
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Calvin University is a private institution in Grand Rapids with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1205, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.9K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
77% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,375 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,783.
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Varsity Sports — Calvin Knights
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1892, the campus moved to the intersection of Madison Avenue and Franklin Street (Fifth Avenue) in Grand Rapids.
- •In September 1894, the school expanded the curriculum for those who were not pre-theological students, effectually making the institution a college preparatory school.
- •In 1901, Calvin admitted the first women to the school.
- •In 1906, the literary department of the college became known as John Calvin Junior College and the college held its first commencement.
- •The student newspaper Chimes was first published in 1907.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1205
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
66.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Programs (84)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
88%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
22
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MI state average + city premium