CALVIN COLLEGE

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Calvin College

School Overview

Calvin College has a Christian Reformed Church religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Grand Rapids, MI). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

3201 Burton Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Main Phone: (616) 957-6000
Web Site: www.calvin.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 4,172 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.7% of students attend full-time, while 0.3% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 469 male students and 580 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 44.7% of the student body, while females made up 55.3%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (1)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 98.2% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 520. One quarter of students scored at least 640.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 530 or higher. One fourth of students scored 660 or higher.

Degree Levels

Certificate, 2-4 years
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Journalism

Computer

Computer Science

Education

Engineering

General Engineering

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies

Other Interdisciplinary Studies

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

School Accreditation

Calvin College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Calvin College is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Calvin College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 23,390
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 20,610
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 23,390

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A college preparatory program is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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