Calvin University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1080-1320
ACT Range: 23-29
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 3,200
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Christian
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $39,100
Out-of-State Tuition: $39,100
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Midwest
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 26°F (-3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 73°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 37 inches (940 mm)
Nearest Airport: Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) — Approximately 5 miles (10-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @calvinuniversity
Swim team instagram: @calvinswimanddive
Twitter: @calvin_uni
Facebook: Calvin University
LinkedIn: Calvin University
YouTube: Calvin University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
NCAA Division III
Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Nickname: Knights
Mascot: Joust the Knight
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Venema Aquatic Center
Head Coach: Dan Gelderloos
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #11
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAA)
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #12
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAA)
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U.S. News College Rankings
#4 in Regional Universities Midwest
#44 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools where doctorate not offered
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B+
Academics: A-
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B
Professors: B-
Dorms: B+
Student Life: B
Value: B-
Campus: B-
Party Scene: C
Location: B
Campus Food: B-
Safety: B+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #237 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #405 of 1,332
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