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Kuyper College

Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525-9781

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Kuyper College is a private suburban institution in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 119 undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $41,066 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,458.

Established
1939
Motto
Ora et labora
Type
Private college

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34%Acceptance
SAT Avg
119Students
18:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$41,066Earnings 10yr
$28,458Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Kuyper College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate33.9%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

33.9%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$26,390
Room & Board$9,880
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$37,282
Average Net Price$28,458
Median Debt at Graduation$21,389
Monthly Payment (10yr)$227

Net Price by Family Income

$48–75K$23,337
$110K+$30,165

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

60.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$16,304

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (29)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

100%

Positive
  • 100% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
119
Gender Split
39% / 61%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
32%

Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Black 28%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate53.6%
Freshman Retention100.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$33,956
10 Years$41,066

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History Kuyper College was founded in 1939 as Reformed Bible Institute.
  • In 1970, after a five-year redesign of the curriculum and programs, the Michigan Department of Education gave the school the right to confer a four-year Bachelor degree.
  • On April 21, 2006, RBC changed its name to Kuyper College after Abraham Kuyper.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MKE Milwaukee117 mi
DTW Detroit127 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare138 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA739 mi · ~21h 21m drive
New York, NY617 mi · ~17h 49m drive
Hartford, CT664 mi · ~19h 11m drive
Providence, RI727 mi · ~21h drive
Albany, NY600 mi · ~17h 20m drive
Syracuse, NY477 mi · ~13h 47m drive
Rochester, NY403 mi · ~11h 39m drive
Buffalo, NY340 mi · ~9h 49m drive
Philadelphia, PA579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Pittsburgh, PA339 mi · ~9h 48m drive
Harrisburg, PA488 mi · ~14h 6m drive
Newark, NJ608 mi · ~17h 34m drive
Washington, DC529 mi · ~15h 17m drive
Baltimore, MD533 mi · ~15h 24m drive
Atlanta, GA644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Charlotte, NC595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Raleigh, NC623 mi · ~18h drive
Miami, FL1231 mi · ~35h 34m drive
Orlando, FL1028 mi · ~29h 42m drive
Tampa, FL1056 mi · ~30h 30m drive
Nashville, TN478 mi · ~13h 49m drive
New Orleans, LA936 mi · ~27h 2m drive
Richmond, VA572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Chicago, IL131 mi · ~3h 47m drive
Detroit, MI138 mi · ~3h 59m drive
Minneapolis, MN404 mi · ~11h 40m drive
St. Louis, MO387 mi · ~11h 11m drive
Kansas City, MO540 mi · ~15h 36m drive
Indianapolis, IN227 mi · ~6h 33m drive
Columbus, OH250 mi · ~7h 13m drive
Cleveland, OH225 mi · ~6h 30m drive
Milwaukee, WI117 mi · ~3h 23m drive
Dallas, TX933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Houston, TX1064 mi · ~30h 44m drive
Austin, TX1107 mi · ~31h 59m drive
San Antonio, TX1180 mi · ~34h 5m drive
Los Angeles, CA1856 mi · ~53h 37m drive
San Francisco, CA1955 mi · ~56h 29m drive
San Diego, CA1850 mi · ~53h 27m drive
Seattle, WA1796 mi · ~51h 53m drive
Portland, OR1827 mi · ~52h 47m drive
Denver, CO1028 mi · ~29h 42m drive
Phoenix, AZ1573 mi · ~45h 27m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1356 mi · ~39h 10m drive
Honolulu, HI4347 mi · ~125h 35m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Milwaukee (MKE)117 miles
Rental car
176 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
234 min$140-234
Detroit (DTW)127 miles
Rental car
191 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
254 min$152-254

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