Kuyper College: Review & Facts

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Kuyper College is a very small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 85 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1939 and is one of the 9 colleges located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Kuyper College is affiliated with Protestant Church.

Academic Offerings

Kuyper College will give you the opportunity to get a 1-year certificate, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree.

Majors
Offered

14

Kuyper College follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 14 majors. The most popular concentrations are Theology and Religion, Social Work, Management, General Studies, and Business. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Kuyper College is high at 82% (above Michigan average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

82%

Good

The graduation rate at Kuyper College is low - 45%. Approximately 32% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Kuyper College is very good, 7:1. Read more regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition costs are very high - around $25,400 annually. The additional fees at Kuyper College beyond tuition are about $600; this totals $26,000 a year.

Read the details about Kuyper College additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

76%

Doable

According to recent data, 37 applications were submitted and 28 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to get accepted at this school.

The school will consider accepting your dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits for admission.

Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Kuyper College in the Admissions and Tests report for this institution.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$2,900

Low

Kuyper College offers study abroad programs and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Kuyper College, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

B

Dicey

Kuyper College provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 200 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low - approximately $2,900 annually.

Army ROTC programs are available at Kuyper College. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available

Yes

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Kuyper College seems to be a generally safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Kuyper College Location and Address

Postal Address:
Kuyper College
3333 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, Michigan
49525-9781, USA