Davenport University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Davenport University is a private research university in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving roughly 3,134 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 97.84% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,099 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $24,466
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,707 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 97.84% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,134 59.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 56.59%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 39.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 12.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 29.3%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,588
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,869
- Room & Board: $12,928 annual estimate
Davenport University: what the data shows
Common questions about Davenport University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Davenport University?
Davenport University is located in Grand Rapids, MI (ZIP 49512-9396).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Davenport University public or private?
Davenport University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Davenport University cost?
Published tuition: $24,466.
Average net price after aid: $17,707.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,700 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,376 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $22,856 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,420 |
| $110,001+ | $28,703 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $97,864.
How hard is it to get into Davenport University?
Admission rate: 97.84%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Davenport University?
Total enrollment: 3,134 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,588 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,074 students.
About 60% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Davenport University?
150%-time completion rate: 56.59%.
First-year retention: 82.0%.
What do graduates of Davenport University earn?
Median earnings: $47,041 six years after entry; $45,099 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,000.
33.80% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Davenport University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (285 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (154 completions)
- Accounting (92 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (72 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (63 completions)
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General (63 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (55 completions)
- Computer Science (50 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (44 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (44 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Davenport University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 97.84%; completion rate 56.59%; median earnings $45,099 at 10 years; net price $17,707. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$24,466
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Davenport University was $24,466.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,707
2024 Value
In 2024 Davenport University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,707.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$70,828 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,707 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$97,864 4-Year Tuition
$12,928 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$916 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$38,310 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$153,240 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Davenport University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.80% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
45.77% 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 Davenport 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 Davenport 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 | $14,096 | $14,096 | $17,421 |
| 2014 | $15,072 | $15,072 | $16,017 |
| 2015 | $15,952 | $15,952 | $16,512 |
| 2016 | $16,726 | $16,726 | $17,115 |
| 2017 | $17,558 | $17,558 | $16,972 |
| 2018 | $18,414 | $18,414 | $17,670 |
| 2019 | $19,338 | $19,338 | $16,098 |
| 2020 | $20,260 | $20,260 | $18,264 |
| 2021 | $20,964 | $20,964 | $18,771 |
| 2022 | $22,244 | $22,244 | $17,760 |
| 2023 | $23,324 | $23,324 | $19,988 |
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
97.84% Acceptance Rate
3,869 Total Applicants
3,755 Students Admitted
587 First-Time Students Enrolled
15.63% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Davenport University reported total enrollment of about 3,134 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (61.8%), Black or African American (14.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (8.6%). About 33.80% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 39.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
59.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Davenport University in 2024 is 3,134 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,588 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,074 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
82.0%
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 61.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
39.22% 100% Completion Time
56.59% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 39.22% of students graduating from Davenport University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 53% male / 47% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 11% male / 89% female
- Accounting: 45% male / 55% 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 Davenport University.
Return on Investment
$26,000 Median Student Debt
$45,099 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
57.65% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
536.74% Return on Investment
5.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Davenport University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 37 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 285 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 154 completions
3. Accounting: 92 completions
4. Business/Commerce, General: 72 completions
5. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 63 completions
6. Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General: 63 completions
7. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 55 completions
8. Computer Science: 50 completions
9. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 44 completions
Most popular programs at Davenport University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Davenport University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Davenport University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 29.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,047
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,091
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Davenport University is a private non-profit institution located in Grand Rapids, MI, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Accounting. Enrollment is approximately 3,134 students. Student body composition includes White (61.8%), Black or African American (14.1%), Hispanic or Latino (8.6%). The admission rate is 97.84%. The 150%-time completion rate is 56.59%. Approximately 33.80% of students receive Pell Grants. About 39.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-9396
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Davenport University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Davenport University located?
Davenport University is located in Grand Rapids, MI.
What is Davenport University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Davenport University is 97.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,869 applicants and 3,755 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Davenport University cost?
Reported tuition is $24,466 and average net price is $17,707 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,928 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Davenport University?
Davenport University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,588 students, White (61.8%), Black or African American (14.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Davenport University?
About 39.9% of students at Davenport University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Davenport University earn?
Median earnings are $47,041 six years after entry and $45,099 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Davenport University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 56.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Davenport University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,000.
Is Davenport University public or private?
Davenport University is a private nonprofit institution located in Grand Rapids, MI.
Is Davenport University an HBCU?
No. Davenport University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Davenport University a tribal college?
No. Davenport University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Davenport University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Davenport University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.6%).
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.