PURSUING EXCELLENCE Calvin University is a four-year undergraduate institution recognized for delivering a top-tier liberal arts education. Students from near and far choose Calvin because of its mission: to equip students to think deeply, act justly, and live wholeheartedly as Christ’s agents of renewal in the world.
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ADMISSION CRITERIA CALVIN.EDU/GO/APPLY-INTL
National/International examination results are required (i.e., IGCSE, WASSCE, etc.) Minimum scores required for admission: ACT: Minimum composite score of 20, or SAT: Minimum score of 1030 (writing portion not required) Students attending schools with English language instruction: You may choose whether or not to submit scores from the ACT, SAT, or CLT. It is not required. Students attending schools with non-English instruction: TOEFL 80 internet-based test IELTS: 6.5 minimum DUOLINGO score: 105 minimum
ESTIMATED COSTS (2022–23) Room + Board
$39,400
12:1 STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO 3,307 TOTAL ENROLLMENT
$24,000
AVERAGE FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE
65+ COUNTRIES REPRESENTED 17% U.S. ETHNIC MINORITIES 13% INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 90% STUDENTS WITH INTERNSHIPS 98% 2019 GRADUATE PLACEMENT RATE 21 NCAA DIII ATHLETIC TEAMS
GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
$11,000
Books + Supplies
$1,300
Health Insurance
$1,800
Personal
$1,500
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST
IN THE MIDWEST
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OPTIONAL AND REQUIRED TESTS
Tuition
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$55,000
CALVIN.EDU/INTERNATIONAL
For the most current facts, visit calvin.edu/go/facts
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID FOR UNDERGRADUATE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS Academic scholarships are determined based on the student’s academic performance in high school. For students who apply as test optional, only GPA is used to determine an academic scholarship. Updated GPAs and test scores are accepted through March 1. These academic scholarships are guaranteed through your sophomore year at Calvin and are renewable for up to three additional undergraduate years with a cumulative Calvin GPA of 3.0.
AMOUNT SCHOLARSHIP
AVERAGE SCORES OF RECIPIENTS Weighted GPA
SAT
ACT
$22,000
NATIONAL MERIT
Selection determined by National Merit Corporation
$20,000
TRUSTEE’S
4.20
1410
30
$18,000
PRESIDENT’S
3.95
1260
26
$16,000
PROVOST’S
3.75
1170
24
$14,000
DEAN’S
3.60
1120
22
$12,000
FACULTY’S
3.10
1050
20
THE CALVIN PROMISE We believe that you
should be able to afford a top-ranked, Christ-centered education. Students with a GPA of 3.8 or higher are guaranteed Calvin scholarships and grants of at least $21,000 per year for four years.*
APPLY TODAY
calvin.edu/apply
PAYING FOR YOUR EDUCATION
Academic scholarships are awarded at the time of admission and are based on information provided in your application. Although Calvin awards generous financial aid to international students, families should be prepared to contribute at least $30,000 per year towards total expenses.
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID
International students must submit all application materials by April 1 for need-based aid consideration. U.S. citizens applying for need-based aid should submit the FAFSA online starting October 1.
In the spirit of Calvin’s mission, we promise at least:
$21,000 per year
for four years.* * You must be attending college for the first time and be enrolled full time at Calvin University for the fall of 2022. Other requirements and qualifications available at calvin.edu/promise
JANUARY 1 Apply for admission for free ($35 thereafter). JANUARY 31 Submit all academic application materials for maximum named scholarship consideration. APRIL 1 Submit all academic and financial aid application materials.
Calvin University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
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