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Cornerstone University

Cornerstone University

Grand Rapids, MI · City · 1,298 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
City
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Cornerstone University, located on a scenic 130-acre campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a private, Christ-centered institution best known for its unwavering commitment to integrating biblical truth with rigorous academic preparation. The university excels in professional training, particularly through its highly regarded nursing program, the Ron Blue College of Business—which is uniquely distinguished by its focus on biblically based financial decision-making—and robust majors in education and ministry. On campus, students enjoy a tight-knit, supportive community anchored by bi-weekly chapel services, active student-led ministries, and competitive NAIA Golden Eagles athletics. A key differentiator for Cornerstone is its emphasis on personal mentorship, ensuring that students receive individual guidance from faculty who are dedicated to helping them align their career aspirations with their faith.


Wikipedia:Cornerstone University is a private evangelical Christian university in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States.

Location
Grand Rapids, MI, 49525-5897 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
MKE · Milwaukee
116 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$42,043
Avg net price
$20,301
Room & board
$12,700
Tuition
$23,000
Books & supplies
$560/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$20,177
$30–48k
$17,674
$48–75k
$17,872
$75–110k
$18,489
$110k+
$23,135
Admissions
Admit rate
78%
Test policy
Not required
ACT midpoint
23

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Essay Requirements

Cornerstone University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
62%
4-yr on-time completion
56%
1st-yr retention
78%
Transfer-out rate
0%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
60%
Transferred
13%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
26%
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,598
Median earnings (10yr)
$47,314
Median debt
$25,000
Monthly loan payment
$265
Debt range (25th–75th)
$7,500$27,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$35,656
Student Body
Men 41%Women 59%
15
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
33%
First-generation
35%
Median family income
$49,808
Independent students
42%
Avg age at entry
26.0
Part-time students
21%
Race & ethnicity
White
70%
Hispanic
6%
Black
7%
Asian
2%
Two or more
2%
Non-resident
5%
Unknown
7%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$42,598
10 years after entry
$47,314
Business Administration, Management and Operations59
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas26
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness20
Marketing20
Psychology, General18
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods15
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries12
Social Work12
Finance and Financial Management Services12
Theological and Ministerial Studies9
Design and Applied Arts7
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs7
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication6
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology6
Communication and Media Studies5
Research and Experimental Psychology5
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Institutional
Endowment
$17M
Classification
Master's (Large)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions
Full-time faculty
100%
Avg faculty salary
$7,119/mo
Instructional spend/student
$4,718
Federal loan rate
52%

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