Financial Aid You Can Count On
What is the Knight Promise?
Who is it for?
How long does it last?
Academic Scholarships
You are guaranteed an academic scholarship with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
We base the academic scholarships on your academic performance in high school. If you apply as "test optional," we only use your GPA.
You can send us your updated GPA and test scores through April 30.
If you have a high school GPA below 3.0, we'll base your academic scholarship on your admission application.
Conditions for Satisfactory Academic Progress apply.
Amount | Scholarship | Weighted GPA | SAT | ACT | CLT |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
$22,000 | National Merit | Selection determined by National Merit Corporation | |||
$20,000 | Trustee's | 4.2 | 1350 | 30 | 91 |
$18,000 | President's | 3.9 | 1200 | 26 | 85 |
$16,000 | Provost's | 3.7 | 1160 | 24 | 75 |
$14,000 | Dean's | 3.5 | 1100 | 22 | 70 |
$10,000–$12,000 | Faculty's | 3.1 | 1000 | 20 | 65 |
Pathway Grants
Complete these steps to receive up to $6000!
(Or up to $8000 if you live outside of Michigan or the U.S.)
$2000 for visiting
Visit Calvin as a high school junior or senior, and you'll receive the $2000 Visit Grant.
$2000 for being admitted
You'll earn the $2000 Knight for Life Award automatically when you're admitted to Calvin.
$2000 for submitting the FAFSA
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to Calvin each year and we'll award you the $2000 Calvin FAFSA Grant. Use Calvin’s FAFSA code: 002241.
$2000 if you live outside of Michigan
Live in a state other than Michigan or outside the U.S.? You’ll get this $2000 Out-of-State or International Grant automatically when you enroll at Calvin.
Other Scholarships and Financial Aid
Explore many other scholarship and aid opportunities in addition to the Knight Promise.
Named Scholarships
Calvin’s Named Scholarships are funded by generous donors and awarded based on your interests, studies, and achievements. With one application, you’ll be automatically considered for scholarships where you meet the donor’s requirements. Most students match the requirements for 50-60 scholarships! So be sure to apply each year.
Learn more about Named Scholarships
Student Employment
Take advantage of more than 1,000 on-campus jobs available to Calvin students. Or, search employment options off campus.
Outside Scholarships
We've compiled a list of outside scholarships and search tools.
Grants
Explore other federal, state, and Calvin-specific grants you may qualify for. Many of these are based on financial need.
Loans
If you submit the FAFSA, you may qualify for the Federal Direct Loan (up to $5,500 for first-year students) or federal parent loans. You can also explore private loans through through banks and credit unions
Financial Aid Timeline

Contact the Financial Aid Office
Whether you are starting to explore options or finalizing your plan, our team is here to help.
Email: finaid@calvin.edu
Phone (toll-free in North America): 1-800-688-0122
Phone (local or international): 616-526-6134