Grand Rapids, MI · Clery Act 2023 · Private Nonprofit

Calvin University

According to the U.S. Department of Education's Clery Act filings, this profile covers campus safety, crime statistics, fire-safety data, and peer comparison for this 3,364-student campus.

5.35
Incidents / 1k students
#2,617
Rank of 3,050
#67
MI rank
3,364
Enrolled students

Data updated June 2026

The verdict

Calvin University reports 5.35 on-campus Clery incidents per 1,000 enrolled students, ranking #2,617 of 3,050 ranked U.S. campuses - with more reported incidents than 88% of ranked campuses its size.

5.35
incidents / 1,000 students
#2,617
of 3,050 ranked nationally
88%
report fewer incidents than this campus
13
on-campus incidents, 2023

Safety score = reported on-campus Clery incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower is safer).

Reporting-period change

What changed in 2023

+9 reported incidents

Calvin University increased from 4 to 13 reported on-campus incidents between the 2022 and 2023 reporting years in the U.S. Department of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey.

This is a change in reported incidents, not a measure of individual safety. Enrollment, reporting practice, and category coverage can affect the count.

See national reporting-year changes

Calvin University is a Private Nonprofit institution located in Grand Rapids, MI, enrolling approximately 3,364 students. Clery Act data spanning 2021–2023 records 25 total on-campus incidents across all reported crime categories. Within MI, it ranks #67 by safety score. Verify with the U.S. Department of Education Clery Act database →

With 3,364 enrolled students, this campus sits in the small college bracket, which shapes how raw incident counts should be interpreted.

The most frequently reported category at Calvin University is "Rape" with 9 cumulative incidents across the reporting window. Compared to 5 peer institutions of similar enrollment size in MI averaging 3.64 incidents per 1,000 students, Calvin University reports 47% more incidents per student.

Fire safety data covers 1 reporting year for on-campus residential facilities, logging 1 total fire. Arrests and disciplinary actions span 9 category-year records, covering liquor law violations, drug law violations, and weapons possession on-campus. No Department of Education Clery Act enforcement actions are recorded against this institution.

Safety Score

5.35 /1K students

incidents per 1,000 enrolled

National Rank

#2617

See peer comparison

State Rank (MI)

#67

within state peers

Incidents (2023)

13

across 11 crime categories

Where Calvin University sits among ranked U.S. campuses

On-campus Clery incidents per 1,000 students, every ranked campus with 2,000+ students

5 safer than 12% of 1,807 ranked campuses

0–1: 874 ranked campuses (48%). Below this entry. 1–2: 281 ranked campuses (16%). Below this entry. 2–3: 186 ranked campuses (10%). Below this entry. 3–4: 135 ranked campuses (7%). Below this entry. 4–5: 84 ranked campuses (5%). Below this entry. 5–6: 71 ranked campuses (4%). This entry sits in this band. 6–7: 36 ranked campuses (2%). Above this entry. 7–8: 37 ranked campuses (2%). Above this entry. 8–9: 103 ranked campuses (6%). Above this entry. This campus 0 9 every ranked campus, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Education, Campus Safety & Security Survey (Clery Act) · 2023

Safety percentile vs. peers

Calvin University percentile rank 14.2%
National median

Higher percentile = safer than more peers. Rank #2617 out of 3,050 ranked institutions (enrollment >= 500) in the OPE Campus Safety Survey.

Reporting density vs peer median

Calvin University reports 47% more incidents per student than the median of 5 peer institutions.

Academic & Financial Profile

Tuition & Costs

In-State Tuition
$39,350
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,350
Avg Net Price
$22,992
Median Debt
$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients
17%
How does this cost rank in MI? →

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
71%
SAT Average
1233
SAT Math Range
533–670
ACT Average
27
ACT Range
24–30

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
87%
Median Earnings (6yr)
$48,039
Median Earnings (10yr)
$58,375
Loan Repayment (3yr)
89%

Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard. Methodology.

Crime Statistics by Year

11 categories 3 reporting years on-campus only

Calvin University: on-campus incidents by year

Rising 63% (8 → 13 incidents)

051015 202120222023 8 13 ▲ +62.5%
Crime Type 202320222021
Aggravated Assault 000
Arson 000
Burglary 301
Fondling 311
Incest 000
Motor Vehicle Theft 502
Murder / Non-Negligent Manslaughter 000
Negligent Manslaughter 000
Rape 234
Robbery 000
Statutory Rape 000

Source: US Dept US Dept of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey. Figures show on-campus incidents

Fire Safety

Year Fires Inj. Deaths Cat I Cat II
2023 1 0 0 0 0

Arrests & Disciplinary Actions

9 category-year records
Disposition26%47%27%ArrestsDisciplinary referralsNo action
9 reported records
Category Year Arrests Discipline
Drugs 2023 0 3
Liquor 2023 0 27
Weapons 2023 0 0
Drugs 2022 0 3
Liquor 2022 0 14
Weapons 2022 0 0
Drugs 2021 0 1
Liquor 2021 0 20
Weapons 2021 0 0

Calvin University vs peer institutions

Side-by-side safety scores for 3 peers of similar enrollment

Scores are incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower is fewer).

Selected

MI

Calvin University

5.35 incidents / 1,000 students
National rank
#2,617
Enrollment
3,364
Data year
2023

MI

Hope College

6.83 incidents / 1,000 students
National rank
#2,739
Enrollment
3,368
Data year
2023

Similar Institutions

Hope College
Holland, MI · 3,368 enrolled
Safety Score 6.83
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA · 3,357 enrolled
Safety Score 0.00
Barnard College
New York, NY · 3,353 enrolled
Safety Score 2.98
Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, CA · 3,376 enrolled
Safety Score 0.30
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA · 3,344 enrolled
Safety Score 8.07

Closest by National Rank

Institutions ranked nearest Calvin University nationally (rank #2617), regardless of size or state.

Widener University
Chester, PA
National Rank #2616
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
National Rank #2618
Bellarmine University
Louisville, KY
National Rank #2615
Bradley University
Peoria, IL
National Rank #2619
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
National Rank #2614

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin University safe?
Calvin University has a safety score of 5.35 (total on-campus incidents per 1,000 enrolled students) and ranks #2,617 nationally out of 3,050+ ranked institutions. Compare this with peer institutions for context.
What crimes are reported at Calvin University?
Aggravated Assault, Arson, Burglary, Fondling, Incest, and other categories, for calendar year 2023.
How does Calvin University compare to similar schools?
See the Similar Institutions section below for peers of similar enrollment in MI.
Does Calvin University have fire safety data?
Yes. Calvin University reports fire safety data for on-campus residential facilities, including total fires, injuries, deaths, and fire damage categories. 1 fire was reported in the most recent year.

Understanding Calvin University's Safety Profile

Calvin University in Grand Rapids, MI enrolls 3,364 students and has a safety score of 5.35 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students , ranking #2617 nationally. This higher score indicates more reported incidents relative to enrollment, though context matters, urban campuses and larger institutions may have different reporting dynamics.

Reported incidents cover 2021 to 2023. On-campus incidents increased from 4 in 2022 to 13 in 2023.

Fire safety data covers on-campus residential facilities. 1 fire was reported in the most recent year.

What this means for you

Calvin University's 5.35 reported on-campus incidents per 1,000 students is a starting point for comparison, not a verdict on any student's safety.

Figures reflect the 2023 Clery Act reporting year as filed with the U.S. Department of Education.

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education, OPE Campus Safety & Security Survey (Clery Act). See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCampus Editorial

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