Grand Rapids Colleges

Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Offers degree programs in the humanities, sciences, business, religion, education, and fine arts. Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

• Programs: Business And Management, Education And Teaching, Liberal Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Empire Beauty Schools
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Offers cosmetology career training. Located at 37 campuses across the U.S.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology
• Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Everest Institute
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Founded in 1851 as Duff's Business Institute, the school offers career education programs in 12 states with greater than 25 locations.

• Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma, Non-Degree

University of Phoenix
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Grand Rapids Community College
143 Bostwick Ave NE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-3295

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business, business management, elementary school teaching, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, child care management, chef training.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 15,212 students, 9,535 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Aquinas College
1607 Robinson Rd SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506-1799

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: education, business management, English teaching, business and related services, communication studies, mathematics, liberal arts and sciences, education of learning disabled.
• Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 2,107 students, 1,779 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 796 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Calvin College
3201 Burton SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, engineering, various nursing, business management, biology, English, elementary school teaching, Spanish language.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 4,224 students, 4,109 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,400 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-650. Math: 540-650.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Calvin Theological Seminary
3233 Burton St SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546-4387

• Programs: theology, ministry, religious education, missionary studies, philosophy and religious studies, theology and religious vocations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 305 students, 265 full-time equivalent.

Davenport University
6191 Kraft Avenue S.E.
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512-9396

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, accounting, business, medical billing, licensed practical nurse, medical coding, marketing, medical assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 11,606 students, 6,552 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 184 student capacity.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Kuyper College
3333 East Beltline N.E.
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525-9781

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: pre-ministerial studies, youth ministry, social work, bible studies, missionary studies, religious education, education, ESL instruction.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 300 students, 271 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 160 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-540. Math: 470-518. Writing: 430-580.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Ross Medical Education Center
3777 Sparks Drive SE Suite 125
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546

• Programs: medical assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 172 students, 172 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Placement assistance.