Calvary University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Calvary University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Other Protestant
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Calvary University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Kansas City, Missouri. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 303, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The university offers 15 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 43%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $10,640.
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- #3 Ranked in Best Online Secondary Education Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
59% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
81% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
43% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptNot required or recommended
High school rankConsidered (not required)
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-22
SAT 25th-75th Percentile870-1370
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
387
Students enrolled
79%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
78%
Unknown
3%
Black
6%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
53% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
28
Total Online Enrollment
304
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.79% online, 21% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
7% On-campus
93% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's87% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
53%
State Grant Aid
5%
Institution Grant Aid
53%
Pell Grant
53%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$31k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Education. | |||
| 3 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 4 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 5 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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