Additional information for…
First-year students
If you’re applying to Calvin as a first-year U.S. student, great! Here’s what you need to know:
Your checklist
- Apply for admission
- Schedule a visit
- Apply for financial aid
- Explore majors & programs
- Pay enrollment deposit
Meet your admissions counselor »
Get in touch
- Call: (800) 688-0122
- Text: (616) 202-3256
- Email: admissions@calvin.edu
Important dates
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Application opens
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Begin the FAFSA
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Last day to apply for free
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Apply for named scholarships
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Last day to apply for named scholarships
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Financial aid packages begin
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Last day to submit updated GPA or test scores for scholarships
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Decision day!
International students
If you’re applying to Calvin as a citizen of another country (including Canada), welcome! Here’s what you need to know:
Your checklist
- Apply to Calvin
- Apply for financial aid
- Understand immigration requirements
- Check out profiles from fellow international students
- Pay enrollment deposit
- Get more information on our international admissions page
Meet your admissions counselor »
Get in touch
- Toll free: (800) 688-0122
- Email: intladm@calvin.edu
Important dates
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Aug 1Applications open
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Dec 1Apply for named (donor) scholarships
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Jan 1Last day to apply for free
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Jan 31Scholarship and financial aid notifications begin
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Apr 1Last day to submit final documents
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June 1Enrollment deposits are due
Transfer students
If you're considering Calvin as a transfer student, great! Here's what you need to know:
Your checklist
- See what courses will transfer
- Apply to Calvin as a transfer student
- Schedule a visit
- Explore majors & programs
- Understand financial aid and FAFSA for transfer students
- Look into housing options
- Discover ways to get involved at Calvin
Questions?
- Phone: (616) 526-6106
- Email: admissions@calvin.edu
Important dates
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Applications open
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Last day to apply for free
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Start applying for named (donor) scholarships
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Last day to apply for named (donor) scholarships
Admitted students
Now that you’re admitted to Calvin, it’s time to start making Calvin your place! Take these next steps to confirm your enrollment and get connected to the Calvin community.
Your checklist
- Pay enrollment deposit
- Check your New Student Portal and complete the required forms [?]
- Explore 100+ majors and programs
- Complete your health forms
Contact us if you’re unsure of next steps.
Important dates
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May 1Enrollment deadline for U.S. citizens
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Enrollment deadline for Canadian and international students
Questions?
- Phone: (616) 526-6106
- Toll-free: (800) 688-0122
- Text: 616-202-3256
Army ROTC
Calvin welcomes those who wish to serve our country. Calvin University is an affiliate of the Army ROTC program at Western Michigan University (Grand Rapids branch).
Your checklist
Important dates
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Dec 31ROTC scholarship application deadline (More info)
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Application deadline for spring
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Application deadline for fall
Questions?
- Billy Clayton
- ROTC Scholarship and Enrollment Officer
- Western Michigan University
- Phone: (269) 387-8122
- Email: billy.clayton@wmich.edu
Athletes
Calvin is an NCAA Division III institution, and as such we focus on the true student-athlete experience. We offer 25 varsity sports, as well as club sports and intramurals.
Your checklist
- Meet your coaches: Men’s teams | Women’s teams
- Recruits: Fill out a recruiting form »
- Schedule a visit
- Get the bigger picture: Athletics at Calvin
- Follow our varsity teams at CalvinKnights.com
Important dates
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Application deadline for spring
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Application deadline for fall
Military & Veterans
Calvin welcomes those who have faithfully served our country.
Your checklist
Get in touch
- Call: (800) 688-0122
- Text: (616) 202-3256
- Email: admissions@calvin.edu
Important dates
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Application opens
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Begin the FAFSA
-
Last day to apply for free
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Apply for named scholarships
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Last day to apply for named scholarships
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Financial aid packages begin
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Last day to submit updated GPA or test scores for scholarships
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Decision day!
School counselors
Come to our in-depth Calvin Discovery Day visit program and experience Calvin from a student’s perspective! Options for the day include attending chapel, visiting classes and meeting with professors, and information sessions about diversity initiatives, athletics, off-campus programs, and financial aid.
Your checklist
- Plan a Calvin Discovery Day visit:
- Connect with the admissions counselor from your region
- Explore standards and policies:
Parents & Families
Parents—you play a key role in your student’s admissions process! Take a look through the following information and please get in touch with us if we can help in any way. We’re excited to connect with you and your student!
Your checklist
- Get familiar with Calvin’s application process
- Schedule a visit with your student
- Explore costs and types of financial aid
- Parents of international students: Read testimonials from fellow parents
Important dates
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Application deadline for spring
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Application deadline for fall
Questions?
- Toll free: (800) 688-0122
- Email: admissions@calvin.edu