Calvin University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Calvin University is a private research university in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving roughly 3,193 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 70.91% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $58,375 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $39,350
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,992 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 70.91% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,193 94.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 74.06%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 13.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1233
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,614
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,719
- Room & Board: $12,120 annual estimate
Calvin University: what the data shows
Common questions about Calvin University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Calvin University?
Calvin University is located in Grand Rapids, MI (ZIP 49546).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Calvin University public or private?
Calvin University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Calvin University cost?
Published tuition: $39,350.
Average net price after aid: $22,992.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,281 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,330 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,447 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,128 |
| $110,001+ | $26,713 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $157,400.
How hard is it to get into Calvin University?
Admission rate: 70.91%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1233 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Calvin University?
Total enrollment: 3,193 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,614 students.
Graduate enrollment: 325 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Calvin University?
150%-time completion rate: 74.06%.
First-year retention: 86.8%.
What do graduates of Calvin University earn?
Median earnings: $48,039 six years after entry; $58,375 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
17.43% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Calvin University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (66 completions)
- Engineering, General (62 completions)
- Lay Ministry (56 completions)
- Psychology, General (41 completions)
- Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist (41 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (38 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (35 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (31 completions)
- Accounting (30 completions)
- Social Work (29 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Calvin University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 70.91%; completion rate 74.06%; median earnings $58,375 at 10 years; net price $22,992. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$39,350
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Calvin University was $39,350.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,992
2024 Value
In 2024 Calvin University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,992.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$91,968 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,992 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$157,400 4-Year Tuition
$12,120 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$52,470 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$209,880 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Calvin University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
17.43% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Calvin University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Calvin University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,250 | $28,250 | $23,876 |
| 2014 | $29,635 | $29,635 | $24,352 |
| 2015 | $30,660 | $30,660 | $24,177 |
| 2016 | $31,730 | $31,730 | $24,115 |
| 2017 | $33,100 | $33,100 | $25,596 |
| 2018 | $34,600 | $34,600 | $25,017 |
| 2019 | $36,300 | $36,300 | $26,647 |
| 2020 | $37,806 | $37,806 | $26,082 |
| 2021 | $38,240 | $38,240 | $26,281 |
| 2022 | $38,620 | $38,620 | $23,621 |
| 2023 | $38,670 | $38,670 | $24,783 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
70.91% Acceptance Rate
4,719 Total Applicants
3,365 Students Admitted
725 First-Time Students Enrolled
21.55% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1233
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Calvin University reported total enrollment of about 3,193 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 50% male and 50% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (68.0%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%), and Black or African American (5.3%). About 17.43% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 13.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Calvin University in 2024 is 3,193 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,614 students. Graduate enrollment is about 325 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
86.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 68.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
63.82% 100% Completion Time
74.06% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 63.82% of students graduating from Calvin University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 18% male / 82% female
- Engineering, General: 84% male / 16% female
- Lay Ministry: 100% male / 0% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Calvin University.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$58,375 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.83% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
534.73% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Calvin University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 90 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 66 completions
2. Engineering, General: 62 completions
3. Lay Ministry: 56 completions
4. Psychology, General: 41 completions
5. Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist: 41 completions
6. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 38 completions
7. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 35 completions
8. Elementary Education and Teaching: 31 completions
9. Accounting: 30 completions
Most popular programs at Calvin University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Calvin University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Calvin University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,559
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,491
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Calvin University is a private non-profit institution located in Grand Rapids, MI, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Engineering, General, Lay Ministry. Enrollment is approximately 3,193 students. Student body composition includes White (68.0%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%), Black or African American (5.3%). The admission rate is 70.91%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1233. The 150%-time completion rate is 74.06%. Approximately 17.43% of students receive Pell Grants. About 13.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 90 distinct degree programs, Calvin University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Calvin University located?
Calvin University is located in Grand Rapids, MI.
What is Calvin University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Calvin University is 70.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,719 applicants and 3,365 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Calvin University cost?
Reported tuition is $39,350 and average net price is $22,992 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,120 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Calvin University?
Calvin University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,614 students, White (68.0%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Calvin University?
About 13.2% of students at Calvin University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Calvin University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Calvin University reports midpoint SAT about 1233 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of Calvin University earn?
Median earnings are $48,039 six years after entry and $58,375 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Calvin University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 74.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Calvin University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is Calvin University public or private?
Calvin University is a private nonprofit institution located in Grand Rapids, MI.
Is Calvin University an HBCU?
No. Calvin University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Calvin University a tribal college?
No. Calvin University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Michigan college costs
- Michigan colleges by ROI
- Grand Rapids, Michigan city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Michigan
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.