Calvin Theological Seminary is found in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Grand Rapids is a medium-sized city. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Christian Reformed Church identity. Calvin Theological Seminary is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at the school.
Calvin Theological Seminary is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
Calvin Theological Seminary has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 321 in 2005 at the school. A very high share of students at Calvin Theological Seminary are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Calvin Theological Seminary exists to serve the Christian Reformed Church in North America and wider constituencies by preparing persons for biblically faithful and contextually effective ministry of the Word and by offering Reformed theological scholarship and counsel."
More complete details are provided below.
Calvin Theological Seminary
3233 Burton St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546-4387
General Phone: (616) 957-6036
Admissions Phone: (616) 957-6028
Financial Aid Phone: (616) 957-7035
http://www.calvinseminary.edu
Calvin Theological Seminary awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 67 | theology, ministry, religious education, philosophy and religious studies, missionary studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Calvin Theological Seminary in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 38 | 3 |
| First-professional degree | 25 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 4 | 1 |
In 2005, Calvin Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 321 students (267 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduate | 62% |
| First Professional | 38% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 56% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 38% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Grand Rapids, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (616) 957-6028
Financial Aid:
Calvin Theological Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 224200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (616) 957-7035
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What Sets Calvin Theological Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
Notable:
Christian Reformed Church affiliation
Tenure system for quality teaching
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