Calvary University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Kansas City, Missouri with 154 undergraduates. It admits 72% of applicants, costs an average of $16,756 a year after grants and graduates 39% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Calvary University acceptance rate and admissions
Calvary University admitted 72% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 500 to 610, math 480 to 530). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Calvary University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $15,054 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $6,688 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $23,930 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $16,756 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $16,756 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,174 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Calvary University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Calvary University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 39% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $45,535 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,320 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Calvary University majors and what graduates earn
Calvary University awarded bachelor's degrees in 8 fields recently.
All 8 majors at Calvary University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Calvary University
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 154 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 7 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Calvary University?
Calvary University admitted 72% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Calvary University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $15,054. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $16,756 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Calvary University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 500 to 610 in reading and writing and 480 to 530 in math, and 17 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Calvary University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Calvary University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Calvary University?
39% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Calvary University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $45,535 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.