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Calvin College Grand Rapids, in Michigan, is a liberal arts college. This educational institution is under the Christian Reformed Church and has been founded in 1876. It was named in honor of the 16th century Protestant Reformer, John Calvin. The college also happens to have the largest scholarly collection on the celebrated Protestant Reformer.

It has over 70 academic programs to choose from. The population of the students can reach up to 4200 undergraduates. Half of the students are from Michigan while about 40 percent are from other states. There is also a small percentage of students who came from other countries. Students accepted in Calvin College Grand Rapids could come from either private or public schools. The average class size is 22 students to a teacher which makes education more focused. It has been reported that the five-year graduation rate of students are 75% which is a sizeable number especially when compared nationally which is just 52%.

Calvin College Grand Rapids boasts of a 390-acre campus. Being situated in Grand Rapids puts it in the middle of a metropolitan area. Students are exposed to art with the number of museums and galleries in the area. Dining options is no problem as there are over 70 restaurants across Grand Rapids and the good thing is that there are cheaper alternatives. This makes it more leisurely for students who also need time to unwind. There are also innumerable art performances like opera, ballet and broadway that are homegrown. Parents and students alike can request for a tour in Calvin College to see for themselves what this institution has to offer.

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