Make a direct, tangible difference in the world, starting at the Calvin University School of Health.
As a Calvin student, you'll gain full access to the School of Health, a new family of undergraduate and graduate programs for anyone who plans to lead in a health-related field.
World-class academics
Join a top-ranked suite of programs and learn directly from faculty with vast experience across many health-related fields. Master the fundamentals in a flexible set of core classes, then pursue your unique career goals in advanced courses and high-tech facilities.
Faithful scholarship
Engage with the latest ideas, technology, and scholarship—and the moral and ethical questions that surround them. Every learning experience you have at Calvin is shaped by deep Christian faith, and a passion for justice and renewal.
Unmatched opportunities
Take part in real-world research with your professors. Find an internship in Grand Rapids' world-renowned medical community. Study abroad to gain fresh perspectives. Those experiences will propel you into med school, grad school, and your career.
Chart your course to the career you want
Majors and fields
Pre-professional programs
Graduate programs
Undecided?
You don’t have to start your major with your whole career path figured out.
The design of Calvin’s core class selection lets you change your study path even two or three years into your university experience.
A reputation for excellence
84%
acceptance rate to physical therapy schools
100%
speech language pathology PRAXIS exam pass rate
95%
nursing NCLEX exam pass rate
510
average pre-med MCAT score
78%
med school acceptance rate
84%
of students have an internship while at Calvin
Opportunities for success
Superior facilities
Take advantage of technology that rivals the big universities, like a nursing simulation lab, EEG machine, and more.
Early Assurance Program
Apply for assured admission to post-graduate programs at the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Wayne State University.
Internships
Learn by doing with an internship at a local hospital, health center, research organization, or business.
Off-campus study
Study abroad and explore real-world health issues in places like Nepal, Ecuador, and China.
Take part in real-world research
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Pine Rest and Calvin University partner to address nursing shortage
Calvin University and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) regarding the Calvin-Pine Rest BSN Partnership.
News & Stories, July 27, 2022 -
Calvin University Builds Momentum
Since Calvin changed its last name from "college" to "university" in 2019, the institution has established two new schools, added six graduate programs, set fundraising records, and become the first university in MIchigan to award bachelor's degrees behind bars.
News & Stories, July 22, 2022 -
Calvin selects dean for School of Health
Adejoke Bolanle Ayoola is Calvin University's inaugural dean for its School of Health. Ayoola is globally recognized as an experienced practitioner, educator, researcher, and administrator.
News & Stories, June 24, 2022 -
A leader in health care
Brian Brasser served as the leader of Spectrum Health System Command Center.
Spark, March 15, 2022 -
Students engage in public health research
Recent student and faculty research projects have tackled subjects surrounding rare diseases, clean water, and more.
News & Stories, December 6, 2021 -
The next launch: The School of Health
Calvin has received a $15 million lead gift to establish the new school
Spark, December 01, 2021 -
Calvin University announces $15 million gift to establish School of Health
An anonymous alumni donor provided a $15 million lead gift to establish the School of Health. It marks the second-largest single donation in the institution’s history.
News & Stories, October 18, 2021
Dr. Adejoke Ayoola
Dean, School of Health
3201 Burton St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 555-5555
Dr. Ayoola is an experienced practitioner, educator, researcher, and administrator. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria before earning a Ph.D. at Michigan State University. She has taught at Calvin since 2007, contributing to the academic programs in nursing and public health. She has modeled commitments to engaging students beyond the classroom, to deep and joyful integration of faith and learning, and to building partnerships within and beyond the university. Dr. Ayoola has recently chaired the nursing department, participated on the search committee for the inaugural dean of the School of Business, and served on the task force that articulated a vision for Calvin’s university structure.