College comparison

Calvin University vs North Park University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Calvin University Grand Rapids, MI	North Park University Chicago, IL
Acceptance rateNorth Park University is more selective	71%	69%
SAT (25–75)	1083–1330	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	3,193	1,818
Avg net price	$22,992	$16,948
Median earnings (10 yr)North Park University reports higher median earnings	$58,375	$59,572
Graduation rate	74%	58%
Median debt	$23,250	$25,500
Economic mobility	—	1.7%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Calvin University or North Park University harder to get into?

North Park University is more selective: Calvin University's acceptance rate is approximately 71% and North Park University's is approximately 69% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Calvin University vs North Park University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1083–1330 at Calvin University and — at North Park University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.