Calvin University
Faith-based college · Grand Rapids, MI · 3,193 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
71%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1083–1330
ACT (middle 50%)
24–30
Average net price
$21,122
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$54,389
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
77%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Calvin University?
Calvin University accepts about 71 of every 100 applicants (71%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1083 and 1330 on the SAT. A score at or above 1330 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1083, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–30.
The latest federal data says Calvin University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Calvin University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Calvin University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $54,389 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,122 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $40,500 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$40,500
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$40,500
- Room & board$12,600
- Total cost of attendance$54,389
- Average net price after grants$21,122
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Engineering, Biology.
Calvin University FAQ
- What is Calvin University's acceptance rate?
- 71% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Calvin University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1083–1330. Aim for 1330 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Calvin University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–30.
- Is Calvin University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Calvin University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Calvin University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Calvin University cost?
- About $54,389 a year before aid; $21,122 on average after grants.
- What is Calvin University's FAFSA school code?
- 002241. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Calvin University receives your information.
- What is Calvin University's graduation rate?
- 77% of students finish within six years.
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