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First-year students

If you’re applying to Calvin as a first-year U.S. student, great! Here’s what you need to know:

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Important dates

  • Aug 1
    Application opens
  • Oct 1
    Begin the FAFSA
  • Nov 1
    Last day to apply for free
  • Dec 1
    Apply for named scholarships
  • Jan 31
    Last day to apply for named scholarships
  • Feb 15
    Financial aid packages begin
  • Apr 30
    Last day to submit updated GPA or test scores for scholarships
  • May 1
    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:

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Important dates

  • Aug 1
    Applications open
  • Dec 1
    Apply for named (donor) scholarships
  • Jan 1
    Last day to apply for free
  • Jan 31
    Scholarship and financial aid notifications begin
  • Apr 1
    Last day to submit final documents
  • June 1
    Enrollment deposits are due

Transfer students

If you're considering Calvin as a transfer student, great! Here's what you need to know:

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Important dates

  • Aug 1
    Applications open
  • Nov 1
    Last day to apply for free
  • Dec 1
    Start applying for named (donor) scholarships
  • Jan 31
    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.

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Important dates

  • May 1
    Enrollment deadline for U.S. citizens
  • June 1
    Enrollment deadline for Canadian and international students

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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).

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Important dates

  • Dec 31
    ROTC scholarship application deadline (More info)
  • Jan 10
    Application deadline for spring
  • Aug 15
    Application deadline for fall

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Athletes

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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.

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Important dates

  • Dec 20
    Application deadline for spring
  • Aug 15
    Application deadline for fall

Military & Veterans

Calvin welcomes those who have faithfully served our country.

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Important dates

  • Aug 1
    Application opens
  • Oct 1
    Begin the FAFSA
  • Nov 1
    Last day to apply for free
  • Dec 1
    Apply for named scholarships
  • Jan 31
    Last day to apply for named scholarships
  • Feb 15
    Financial aid packages begin
  • Mar 1
    Last day to submit updated GPA or test scores for scholarships
  • May 1
    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.

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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!

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Important dates

  • Dec 20
    Application deadline for spring
  • Aug 15
    Application deadline for fall

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