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Cornerstone University

Cornerstone University is a small, private institution located in Grand Rapids, mi. Founded in 1941, Cornerstone University offers undergraduate degrees in 64 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 1,383 undergraduates
cost $27,880 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Cornerstone University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 81.8%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.66
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Cornerstone University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
15 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Other
Education and Teaching
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $27,880
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,520
Books & supplies $800
Other expenses $3,460
Cost of attendance* $42,660
Average financial aid package $22,105
Estimated cost $20,555 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $27,880
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,520
Books & supplies $800
Other expenses $3,460
Cost of attendance* $42,660
Average financial aid package $22,105
Estimated cost $20,555 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Cornerstone University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,383, with gender binary students split 38% male and 62% female.

Total enrollment

1,444

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
73%
African American %
7%
Hispanic American %
5%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
11%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Cornerstone University, students love their Student Government. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1001 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-5897
phone 616-949-5300
address www.cornerstone.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government

Student education association

Intramural sports

Student activities council

International justice mission

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsNo
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Cornerstone University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Cornerstone University?

Cornerstone University is located in Grand Rapids, mi.

What is the acceptance rate at Cornerstone University? 

The acceptance rate for Cornerstone University is 82%.

What’s the average GPA for Cornerstone University?

The average high school GPA for Cornerstone University students was 3.66.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Cornerstone University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Cornerstone University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $170,640.

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