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Christian Colleges in Michigan

20 schools in Michigan. See our methodology.

Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit stands out with the lowest net price among Michigan's 20 Christian colleges at just $10,371, while also maintaining a 66.7% graduation rate and 100% acceptance rate. This creates an unusual pricing market where costs range dramatically to $28,458 at Kuyper College in Grand Rapids. University of Detroit Mercy graduates command the highest starting salaries at $71,030, reflecting strong connections to Michigan's automotive and healthcare sectors where Ford, GM, and Stellantis actively recruit. Hillsdale College achieves the state's highest graduation rate at 84.8% with highly selective 20.6% acceptance, contrasting sharply with more accessible options like Andrews University at 91.3% acceptance. Calvin University enrolls the most students at 2,921, serving Grand Rapids' growing tech corridor. Michigan Achievement Scholarship recipients can apply state funding toward these faith-based programs, making education more affordable for residents. The earnings range from $31,053 to $71,030 demonstrates how these institutions prepare graduates for Michigan's evolving economy, from traditional manufacturing roles to emerging healthcare and technology positions throughout Detroit, Grand Rapids, and surrounding communities.
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$51,401
Avg. Earnings
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Christian Colleges in Michigan

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# School Affiliation Enrollment Net Price Graduation Rate
1 Free Methodist 990 $20,899 59.9%
2 Roman Catholic 1,637 $17,815 58.1%
3 Christian Reformed 2,921 $24,783 77.4%
4 Roman Catholic 2,289 $16,179 68.1%
5 Undenominational 1,563 84.8%
6 Roman Catholic 1,533 $17,185 51.1%
7 Presbyterian Church (USA) 1,208 $24,663 63.7%
8 Interdenominational 1,387 $22,384 61.6%
9 Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 918 $26,409 50.0%
10 Roman Catholic 176 $10,371 66.7%
11 Seventh-day Adventist 1,262 $18,597 65.9%
12 United Methodist 1,635 $21,504 56.0%
13 Other Protestant 119 $28,458 53.6%
14 Churches of Christ 827 $19,245 41.4%
15 Roman Catholic 1,201 $18,902 62.5%
16 Other Protestant 707 $13,996 42.9%
17 Christian Churches and Churches of Christ 130 $18,700 25.9%
18 United Church of Christ 918 $21,158 37.0%
19 Christian Reformed
20 Reformed Church in America

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most affordable Christian college in Michigan?

Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit offers the lowest net price at $10,371 annually. This seminary maintains a 66.7% graduation rate and accepts 100% of applicants, serving 176 students. The specialized focus on theological education contributes to both the affordability and the guaranteed admission policy.

How selective are Michigan's top Christian colleges?

Selectivity varies dramatically across the state's 20 Christian institutions. Hillsdale College accepts only 20.6% of applicants, making it the most competitive. In contrast, Sacred Heart Major Seminary and several others accept over 90% of students, with acceptance rates ranging from 20.6% to 100%.

Where do Christian college graduates earn the highest salaries in Michigan?

University of Detroit Mercy graduates earn the highest starting salaries at $71,030, followed by Madonna University at $59,058 and Calvin University at $58,375. These Detroit and Grand Rapids institutions benefit from proximity to major automotive, healthcare, and technology employers throughout southeastern and western Michigan.

Does enrollment size affect graduation rates at these schools?

Graduation rates show little correlation with enrollment size among Michigan's Christian colleges. Calvin University, the largest with 2,921 students, maintains a solid 77.4% graduation rate. Meanwhile, smaller Hillsdale College with 1,563 students achieves the highest rate at 84.8%, while tiny Kuyper College graduates just 53.6%.

What graduation rate can students expect at Michigan Christian colleges?

Graduation rates range from 25.9% to 84.8% across the state's 20 Christian institutions. Hillsdale College leads at 84.8%, followed by Calvin University at 77.4% and University of Detroit Mercy at 68.1%. The average graduation rate sits around 60%, comparable to many regional universities.

How do costs compare between different regions of Michigan?

Grand Rapids area schools show the widest cost variation, from Calvin University at $24,783 to Kuyper College at $28,458. Detroit institutions range from Sacred Heart Seminary's $10,371 to University of Detroit Mercy's $16,179. Smaller cities like Adrian and Alma typically fall in the $17,000-$25,000 range.

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