APPLY TO CALVIN
There's still time! Start toward your future today.
Apply to Calvin today! High school seniors and juniors, you don't need to submit an SAT, ACT, or CLT score to be considered for admission or scholarships.
If you’ll graduate from high school in 2021 or 2022, all you need to do is submit your application and school transcripts. (Juniors, mark your calendars: we will begin to accept your applications starting on August 1, 2021.)
There are two ways to apply at Calvin—choose from the Common Application or the Calvin Application. Each is straightforward. If you're applying to more than one school, we recommend the Common Application.
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HOW TO APPLY
Don’t let the unknowns get in your way--this quick video will help break down the application process, things to look out for, and even a few tips to make it as simple as possible.
Timeline
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MARCH 1
The last day we can accept updated academic information, (such as GPA, test scores) for scholarship consideration.
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MAY 1
National College Decision Day. Submit your $300 enrollment deposit to secure your place at Calvin.
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FEBRUARY 1
Students are notified of merit-based scholarships and financial aid Merit and financial aid notices go out around Feb 1.
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WHAT WE LOOK FOR
We seek students who will thrive in academic, spiritual, and community life at Calvin. Each completed application is given careful consideration to assess the student’s academic profile based on several important markers of student success:
- academic performance
- strength and quality of curriculum
- demonstrated leadership and service
- college transcripts, if applicable
Admissions counselors are delighted to get to know you as a unique person. They are available to help throughout the entire application process. Find out who your admissions counselor is here.
Policies
Calvin University does not discriminate with regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. To read more on our policies towards admissions, please see the folowing links.