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Grand Rapids Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Grand Rapids

There are at least 12 colleges in Grand Rapids, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 34,975 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 23,012 full-time students, and a reported 3,328 dorm rooms.

(Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left.)

The largest schools here include Grand Rapids Community College, Davenport University, Calvin College and Aquinas College.

Grand Rapids QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

  • Programs: Administration, e-Business/ e-Commerce, History, Management and Administration, Marketing, Teaching
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Everest Institute
Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

  • Programs: Health and Human Services, History, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Coursework

ITT Technical Institute
Grand Rapids, Michigan

With over 90 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

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: Accounting, Administration, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Teaching
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Grand Rapids Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Chic University of Cosmetology
1735 Four Mile NE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525-2440

  • Programs: cosmetology, education courses.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 264 students, 248 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, accounting, business, marketing, computer networking, medical billing, medical coding, medical assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 12,823 students, 6,984 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 78 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. 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.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, elementary school teaching, business, chef training, business management, criminal justice and police, registered nursing, child care management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 14,798 students, 9,275 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.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

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, history, English, psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,193 students, 1,819 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 700 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: elementary school teaching, business management, English, engineering, psychology, various nursing, social work, biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 4,177 students, 4,052 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,390 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 540-660. Math: 550-670.
  • 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, philosophy and religious studies, missionary studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 321 students, 267 full-time equivalent.

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

  • Programs: religious education, liberal arts and humanities.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 274 students, 242 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 160 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 370-640. Math: 390-570.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Ross Medical Education Center
2035 28th St SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49508

  • Programs: medical assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 125 students, 125 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

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(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2005.)

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