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Kuyper is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a Other Protestant school. Kuyper is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
Kuyper is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 370. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 570.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Kuyper had 274 enrolled students in 2005.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Kuyper offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Reformed Bible College equips students with a biblical, Reformed worldview to serve effectively Christ's church and his world."
More complete details are provided below.
Kuyper College
3333 East Beltline N.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49525-9781
General Phone: (616) 222-3000
Admissions Phone: (616) 988-3631
http://www.kuyper.edu
Kuyper awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 65 | religious education |
| Liberal Arts | 2 | liberal arts and humanities |
Number of programs and degrees for Kuyper in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 59 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Kuyper had a total enrollment of 274 students (242 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 94% |
| Part-Time | 6% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| Other Races | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 34% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 82% |
| Foreign countries | 6% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Montana | 2% |
| Oklahoma | 2% |
| South Dakota | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
Kuyper offers campus housing for 160 of its 242 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Grand Rapids, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 233 | 142 | 61% | 49 | 35% |
| Men | 109 | 54 | 50% | 21 | 39% |
| Women | 124 | 88 | 71% | 28 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 82% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (616) 988-3631
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,508 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,508 |
| Room and board | $ 5,700 |
| Room charge | $ 2,300 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 587 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,465 |
Financial Aid:
Kuyper participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 231100)
Kuyper has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $53,114 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $52,493 | 3 | $45,954 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kuyper Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Other Protestant affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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