Calvin University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Calvin College was $38,370 a year.

In 2023, tuition increased 1%–from $37,990 the prior year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams feel scary, remember, the advertized cost of tuition does not always mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students find the actual cost of college is far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay for college more manageable until after graduation.

Calvin College meets 84.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Calvin College is around $31,671 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $8,713,031 in student loans per borrower.

Does Calvin College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Calvin College is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Michigan as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing an insitution where you are eligible for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan save students a lot of money on the total cost of attending college. Take the time to verify your state's requirements for as an in-state resident. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be other criteria too, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Is Calvin College's Tuition Different for International Students?

Tuition at Calvin College is the same for each student.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or Calvin College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students with need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Calvin College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideCalvin College •Calvin College-specific loans •Calvin College-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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Calvin College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Calvin College.

Room and Board Costs at Calvin College

Housing and campus dining at Calvin College is $11,150 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat in the school dining facilities.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on the number of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at Calvin College?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the textbooks, computer programs, or other materials are required.. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Calvin College

The total cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget. At Calvin College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand getting around in an urban area is usually expensive, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Calvin Collegeis located in a suburb in Michigan, near Grand Rapids.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to take into account the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Calvin College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of what is really costs to go to Calvin College.

Total Cost of Calvin College

What will the cost of attending Calvin College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$38,370
Room and Board	$11,150
Other expenses	$1,500

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$51,270
Off-Campus	$38,620

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Calvin College

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In 2023, 1,421 of the 3,077 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Calvin College meets 84.4% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $31,671 a year. Around 53.74% of Calvin College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Calvin College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $8,713,031 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$6,444,154
Private Loans	$10,000

Most Common Loans for Calvin College Students
Federal Loans	44.25%
Private loans	0.14%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Calvin College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Calvin College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2023, Calvin College awarded 1,413 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $34.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $32.13 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Calvin College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Calvin College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Calvin College was $31,671 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Calvin College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$19,599
Off-Campus	$6,949

What will attending Calvin College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Calvin College's net cost calculator on their website.

Calvin College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Does Calvin College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Calvin College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Calvin College's endowment was $242.9 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $9,976 for each full-time student enrolled.

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