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Finance Major (BA)

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Finance
Undergraduate
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FIN.MAJ
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  • Study abroad: Explore the ways that business and finance operate around the globe by studying abroad for an interim or a full semester. Calvin business students have studied in places like Hungary, India, China, and Germany.
  • A city of opportunity: As a finance major, you’ll have consulting experience or an internship. From startups to large corporations, the Grand Rapids area is full of businesses of all sizes—which means plenty of opportunities to get an internship that builds on your goals.
  • Stretch yourself: Partner with your peers in student organizations like Knight Investment Management and put your finance skills to work with real money and real client expectations.
  • Double up: The finance major can easily be paired with another major.
Introduction

If you ask Calvin finance majors why they love studying finance here, here’s what they’ll say: the professors. Faculty in the Calvin School of Business have connections on Wall Street, at Fortune 500 companies, and with local entrepreneurs. They’ll connect you to real, thriving businesses and challenge you to get to work.

Collaborate with inquisitive peers as you dive into a local business’s annual report. Get the internship of your dreams when your prof makes a call on your behalf. Develop your leadership and investing skills in the Knight Investment Management student organization. Be captivated by a Christian vision for business—you’ll find it in every class.

Political Science Major, Minor

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Political Science
Undergraduate
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POLS.MAJ
POLS.MIN
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  • Relevant skills: Expand your knowledge of American politics, comparative government, international politics, and political theory.
  • Practical learning: 90% of Calvin students have an internship experience before they graduate. As you pursue your political science major, you might intern at a government office, courtoom, law firm, advocacy group, or NGO.
  • Learn abroad: With several faculty-led study abroad programs, you'll have plenty of opportunities to study off-campus in places like Washington D.C., Ghana, and Hungary.
  • Expert teaching: You'll learn from faculty who have expert knowledge in their fields, and you'll have opportunity to engage closely with your professors and peers.
Introduction

Study the complexities of justice and power while developing analytical and communication skills that you can use in many fields, including government, law, business, and the nonprofit sector.

At Calvin, you'll take advantage of small class sizes, student research positions, internship opportunities, and off-campus programs. Your experiences will equip you to enter the complex world of politics, diplomacy, and civil society.

Understand the world in a whole new way—going beyond partisan, national, and ideological divisions—and resolve to take action as a faithful servant of Christ.

International Relations Major, Minor

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International Relations
Undergraduate
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IR.MAJ
IR.MIN
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  • Practical learning: 90% of Calvin students have an internship experience before they graduate. As you pursue your political science major, you might intern at a government office, courtoom, law firm, advocacy group, or NGO.
  • Expert teaching: You'll learn from faculty who have expert knowledge in their fields, and you'll have opportunity to engage closely with your professors and peers.
  • Learn abroad: With several faculty-led study abroad programs, you'll have plenty of opportunities to study off-campus in places like Washington D.C., Ghana, and Hungary.
Introduction

Study political systems and interactions across the globe while developing a range of related skills.

As you pursue an international relations degree, you'll explore the theory and practice of global politics. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to advocate for human rights and resolve conflicts from a Christian perspective. Whether at home or abroad, you'll be well prepared for a career in fields ranging from diplomacy, international law, and international business, to non-profit humanitarian work.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

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Bachelor in Nursing
Undergraduate
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NURS.MAJ
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  • Practical: Real-world clinical experience is at the heart of our program. You'll have the chance to learn at top-rate hospitals like Helen Devos Children's Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids, and others in Grand Rapids’ extensive medical community.
  • Widely-respected: Our program has an excellent pass rate on the NCLEX exam. Calvin graduates are sought after in hospitals, schools, clinics, and more across the nation.
  • Justice-driven: We care deeply about the issues that surround nursing, human health, and justice. You'll gain new perspectives on healthcare through work or study abroad or in underserved communities here in the U.S.
  • Versatile: If you decide not to pursue a nursing degree, you're well set up to transition to one of many different healthcare programs--without wasting time or classes.
Introduction

Ask Calvin nursing students why they’re studying here, and you’ll hear a lot of different things. They might talk about their amazing clinical experiences at nearby hospitals, clinics, or other facilities. You’ll hear their plans to study abroad. They’ll share their plans for after they pass the NCLEX exam: maybe a job at a place like Vanderbilt, or a grad program at Johns Hopkins.

And you’d expect to hear those things about a top-rated nursing program like Calvin’s. But keep listening, and you’ll hear those same students talking about professors whose doors are always open. They’ll describe a spirit of community, not competition. They’ll tell you about the Spanish-speaking patients that they encounter each week in the Burton Heights neighborhood.

You’ll hear about a program that’s centered on service, and driven by deep Christian faith.