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Kuyper is located in Grand Rapids, MI (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 family and social work.
The school does not offer open admission. Kuyper admitted just 49% of applicants in 2007. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 470 and 518. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Kuyper had 300 enrolled students in 2007.
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:
"Kuyper 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
http://www.kuyper.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 47 | youth ministry, pre-ministerial studies, bible studies, religious education, missionary studies, theology and religious vocations, religious music |
| Family And Social Work | 13 | social work |
| Education And Teaching | 8 | education, ESL instruction, kindergarten/preschool teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 3 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences, liberal arts and humanities |
| Office And Administration | 0 | executive secretary |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | computer and info science |
| Media | 0 | public relations, journalism, communication studies, recording arts tech, mass communication |
| Business And Management | 0 | accounting, business management |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 0 | exercise science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Kuyper in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 61 | 21 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 5 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 3 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 1 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 5 |
In 2007, Kuyper had a total enrollment of 300 students (271 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 10% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Kuyper offers campus housing for 160 of its 271 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Grand Rapids, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 241 | 118 | 49% | 68 | 58% |
| Men | 123 | 65 | 53% | 32 | 49% |
| Women | 118 | 53 | 45% | 36 | 68% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 518 |
| SAT Writing | 430 | 580 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
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) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 9% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 91% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,724 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,724 |
| Room and board | $ 6,100 |
| Room charge | $ 2,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 524 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,523 |
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.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 2 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $62,526 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $56,464 | 3 | $55,057 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $59,274 | 6 | $52,224 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
Recording Arts Technology/Technician
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Youth Ministry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kuyper Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Other Protestant affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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