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Grace Christian University

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Grace Christian University

Wyoming, MI · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Grace Gospel Fellowship · Other Protestant

Real cost

Average price after aid $12,404 a year

Median debt at graduation: $24,375 (all students)

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Grace Christian University is a private Christian university in Grand Rapids, Michigan, established by an affiliation of churches known as the Grace Gospel Fellowship. Chapel is held three times a week, and every on-campus bachelor's student completes a 30-credit Bible and Theology Core that includes Old and New Testament literature and a Christian worldview course.

Faith life at a glance

A week at Grace Christian University

  1. MonToday

    No set time

  2. TueToday

    • 9:45AMChapel

  3. WedToday

    • 9:45AMChapel

  4. ThuToday

    • 9:45AMChapel

  5. FriToday

    No set time

  6. SatToday

    No set time

  7. SunToday

    No set time

No set time: Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun

Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.

In the college’s own words

  • “Each of these goals seeks to support the Mission Statement of the University: Graduating godly individuals prepared to serve Christ in church and society.”

    Source: gracechristian.edu

  • “Small groups are led by our Resident Assistants and other various Bible studies are led by student leaders.”

    Source: gracechristian.edu

  • “We also participate in various other opportunities for spiritual growth through prayer meetings, small groups, Bible study and worship times.”

    Source: gracechristian.edu

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Chapel is held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m., and the student body and faculty are expected to take part regularly.

Source: gracechristian.edu
What's a normal week?

Chapel meets three days a week at 9:45 a.m. in Baker Chapel, and other spiritual growth events include prayer meetings, small groups and worship times.

Source: gracechristian.edu
Where do I find community?

Resident Assistants lead small groups, and student leaders lead other Bible studies.

Source: gracechristian.edu
Can I serve or go on mission trips?

On-campus students are expected to serve two hours a week for at least 10 weeks each semester, and Student Affairs can help find a ministry.

Source: gracechristian.edu

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

In America

Academic Excellence

B-Academic Excellence: B- (grade B-): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
52 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.51%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.65%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.15 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$5,132

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

CWorship and chapel: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Worship and chapel

62 of 100 points · 7 of 7 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (Chapel three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) at 9:45 AM; the catalog says services are held in Baker Chapel three days each week. Recorded at the 3-or-more-a-week level.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Chapel | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Teaching Chapels Tuesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Formation Chapels Wednesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Celebration Chapels Thursday 9:45am – Baker Chapel”
      Chapel is held at 9:45 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in Baker Chapel.
    2. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held from 9:45am – 10:30am every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with several additional chapel events offered throughout the semester.”
      Chapel is held 9:45 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, with additional chapel events in the semester.
    3. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Services are conducted in Baker Chapel three days each week. The entire student body and faculty are expected to regularly participate in these activities. Other "spiritual emphasis events" including small group Bible studies, worship nights, and ministry in our community, take place throughout each semester.”
      Chapel services are held three days a week in Baker Chapel, and worship nights take place throughout the semester as spiritual emphasis events.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Students have a chapel attendance requirement tracked by scans, with a $10 fine per chapel short of the requirement.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held from 9:45am – 10:30am every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with several additional chapel events offered throughout the semester.”
      Chapel is held 9:45 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, with additional chapel events in the semester.
      “Students who fail to meet the chapel attendance requirement will be assessed a fine of $10 per chapel short of the requirement”
      Students have a chapel attendance requirement, enforced by scans and fines.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesNow and then (Worship nights are described as spiritual emphasis events that take place throughout each semester, with no weekly schedule published.)
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Services are conducted in Baker Chapel three days each week. The entire student body and faculty are expected to regularly participate in these activities. Other "spiritual emphasis events" including small group Bible studies, worship nights, and ministry in our community, take place throughout each semester.”
      Chapel services are held three days a week in Baker Chapel, and worship nights take place throughout the semester as spiritual emphasis events.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Now and then (Prayer meetings are named as an opportunity.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “We also participate in various other opportunities for spiritual growth through prayer meetings, small groups, Bible study and worship times.”
      Prayer meetings, small groups, Bible study and worship times are offered for spiritual growth.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsPart-time (Danny Garcia is listed as Dean of Students, Campus Pastor and Head Coach - E-Sports. The pages do not present a full-time campus pastor role.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/faculty-staff · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Danny Garcia Dean of Students, Campus Pastor, & Head Coach - E-Sports”
      Danny Garcia is listed as Dean of Students and Campus Pastor.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A chapel or worship space on campusYes
    Sources (2)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The chapel, named in his honor, was constructed in 1980 to accommodate chapel services, music recitals and concerts, as well as”
      Baker Chapel was built to accommodate chapel services and other events.
    2. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held from 9:45am – 10:30am every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with several additional chapel events offered throughout the semester.”
      Chapel is held 9:45 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, with additional chapel events in the semester.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer3 or 4 times a week (3 weekly times documented: 3 chapel, 0 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
ABible and theology: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

90 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (The Bible and Theology Core is 30 credits (ten three-credit course slots). Every on-campus bachelor's student takes at least seven named courses (BBL 102, BBL 202, BIB 205 or 215, THE 161, THE 163, THE 213, THE 363) plus upper-division Bible or theology electives. Each course is counted once.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Bible & Theology Core | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/academics/on-campus-undergraduate-programs/bible-theology-core · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “For all On-Campus Bachelor degree-seeking students who begin their Grace programs with fewer than 60 transfer credits, the Bible & Theology Core consists of 30 credit hours made up of required Bible and theology courses, along with select upper-division electives.”
      Every on-campus bachelor's student completes a 30-credit Bible and Theology Core of required and elective courses.
    2. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BBL 102 Old Testament Literature 3 BBL 202 New Testament Literature 3”
      The Bible and Theology Core requires Old Testament Literature (BBL 102) and New Testament Literature (BBL 202).
      “THE 161 Christian Worldview 3 THE 163 Christian Life 3 THE 213 Biblical Christian Thought 3 THE 363 Theology of Spiritual Formation 3”
      The core also requires Christian Worldview (THE 161), Christian Life (THE 163), Biblical Christian Thought (THE 213) and Theology of Spiritual Formation (THE 363).
      “All students must complete the General Education and Bible and Theology Core requirements appropriate for the declared degree program.”
      All students must complete the Bible and Theology Core.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsRequired of all students (BBL 102 Old Testament Literature and BBL 202 New Testament Literature are required of all on-campus bachelor's students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BBL 102 Old Testament Literature 3 BBL 202 New Testament Literature 3”
      The Bible and Theology Core requires Old Testament Literature (BBL 102) and New Testament Literature (BBL 202).
      “All students must complete the General Education and Bible and Theology Core requirements appropriate for the declared degree program.”
      All students must complete the Bible and Theology Core.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required (The only course titled Christian Worldview (THE 161) is a Bible and Theology Core course; it is counted under T1 and not again here (no double counting).)
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “THE 161 Christian Worldview 3 THE 163 Christian Life 3 THE 213 Biblical Christian Thought 3 THE 363 Theology of Spiritual Formation 3”
      The core also requires Christian Worldview (THE 161), Christian Life (THE 163), Biblical Christian Thought (THE 213) and Theology of Spiritual Formation (THE 363).
      “Grace strives for biblical integration in all of its curriculum. Every syllabus contains a “biblical integration statement” detailing how the Bible figures in that course’s learning outcomes, readings,”
      Biblical integration is a stated academic policy in all curriculum, with an integration statement in every syllabus.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (The 2026-27 catalog states the institution's academic policy: biblical integration in all curriculum and a biblical integration statement in every syllabus.)
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Grace strives for biblical integration in all of its curriculum. Every syllabus contains a “biblical integration statement” detailing how the Bible figures in that course’s learning outcomes, readings,”
      Biblical integration is a stated academic policy in all curriculum, with an integration statement in every syllabus.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (A Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies major is offered (33 credits in theology, leadership and ministry, and biblical studies).)
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies major at Grace Christian University includes 33 credits in Theological, Leadership and Ministry, and Biblical Studies.”
      A Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies major is offered.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Statement of Faith | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The following is the Statement of Faith to which the Board, Administration, and Faculty of Grace Christian University are committed:”
      The university publishes a statement of faith to which the board, administration and faculty are committed.
N/AChristian community: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community

Not enough information · 4 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (One named spiritual life staff member (Campus Pastor) on official pages.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/faculty-staff · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Danny Garcia Dean of Students, Campus Pastor, & Head Coach - E-Sports”
      Danny Garcia is listed as Dean of Students and Campus Pastor.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Small groups led by Resident Assistants, student-led Bible studies, mentorship programs, and worship and music teams are listed on the Student Ministries page.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Ministries | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-involvement/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Small groups are led by our Resident Assistants and other various Bible studies are led by student leaders.”
      Small groups and Bible studies are led by resident assistants and student leaders.
    2. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “We also participate in various other opportunities for spiritual growth through prayer meetings, small groups, Bible study and worship times.”
      Prayer meetings, small groups, Bible study and worship times are offered for spiritual growth.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithAll faculty (The statement of faith is one the Board, Administration and Faculty are committed to.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Statement of Faith | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The following is the Statement of Faith to which the Board, Administration, and Faculty of Grace Christian University are committed:”
      The university publishes a statement of faith to which the board, administration and faculty are committed.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (The Dean of Students and Campus Pastor leads spiritual life for students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/faculty-staff · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Danny Garcia Dean of Students, Campus Pastor, & Head Coach - E-Sports”
      Danny Garcia is listed as Dean of Students and Campus Pastor.
AMissions and service: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Missions and service

85 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or outreach officeYes (Student Affairs staff help place students in the Christian Ministry program, which is staffed and tracked by the university.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Student Affairs staff may be available to assist students with finding a Christian Ministry opportunity.”
      Student Affairs staff help students find Christian Ministry service opportunities.
    2. Student Ministries | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-involvement/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Small groups are led by our Resident Assistants and other various Bible studies are led by student leaders.”
      Small groups and Bible studies are led by resident assistants and student leaders.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumRequired of all students (Students serve 2 hours a week for a minimum of 10 weeks a semester, with Christian Ministry requirements embedded in THE 162, THE 213, BIB 205 or 215, and THE 363.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students are expected to serve 2 hours per week (including preparation and travel time) for a minimum of 10 weeks per semester.”
      Students serve two hours a week for at least 10 weeks each semester in the Christian Ministry program.
    2. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BBL 102 Old Testament Literature 3 BBL 202 New Testament Literature 3”
      The Bible and Theology Core requires Old Testament Literature (BBL 102) and New Testament Literature (BBL 202).
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Missions trips offered to studentsSome
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Ministries | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-involvement/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “One way Grace students develop this skill is through participating in short-term mission trips.”
      Students take part in short-term mission trips.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceMany
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Grace Christian University Christian Ministry program would not be able to function without the cooperation of many local churches, non-profit organizations, and community agencies.”
      The Christian Ministry program works with many local churches, non-profit organizations and community agencies.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Ministries | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-involvement/student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “One way Grace students develop this skill is through participating in short-term mission trips.”
      Students take part in short-term mission trips.
      “Students from Grace have traveled to Tanzania, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Washington, Oklahoma, Texas, Alabama, Florida, Missouri, and New York.”
      Students have traveled on mission trips to several countries and U.S. locations.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Each of these goals seeks to support the Mission Statement of the University: Graduating godly individuals prepared to serve Christ in church and society.”
      The Christian Ministry service goals are rooted in the university's Christian mission statement.

Strengths

  • Chapel is held three times a week at 9:45 AM in Baker Chapel, and attendance is tracked for students.
    Sources (2)
    1. Chapel | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Teaching Chapels Tuesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Formation Chapels Wednesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Celebration Chapels Thursday 9:45am – Baker Chapel”
      Chapel is held at 9:45 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in Baker Chapel.
    2. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held from 9:45am – 10:30am every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with several additional chapel events offered throughout the semester.”
      Chapel is held 9:45 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, with additional chapel events in the semester.
      “Students who fail to meet the chapel attendance requirement will be assessed a fine of $10 per chapel short of the requirement”
      Students have a chapel attendance requirement, enforced by scans and fines.
  • Both Old Testament and New Testament literature are required of all on-campus bachelor's students within a 30-credit Bible and Theology Core.
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BBL 102 Old Testament Literature 3 BBL 202 New Testament Literature 3”
      The Bible and Theology Core requires Old Testament Literature (BBL 102) and New Testament Literature (BBL 202).
      “All students must complete the General Education and Bible and Theology Core requirements appropriate for the declared degree program.”
      All students must complete the Bible and Theology Core.
  • Students serve two hours a week for at least 10 weeks each semester, with service requirements built into required courses.
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Handbook | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/student-resources/student-handbook · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students are expected to serve 2 hours per week (including preparation and travel time) for a minimum of 10 weeks per semester.”
      Students serve two hours a week for at least 10 weeks each semester in the Christian Ministry program.
    2. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BBL 102 Old Testament Literature 3 BBL 202 New Testament Literature 3”
      The Bible and Theology Core requires Old Testament Literature (BBL 102) and New Testament Literature (BBL 202).
  • A published statement of faith is one the board, administration and faculty are committed to.
    Sources (1)
    1. Statement of Faith | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The following is the Statement of Faith to which the Board, Administration, and Faculty of Grace Christian University are committed:”
      The university publishes a statement of faith to which the board, administration and faculty are committed.

Concerns

  • The catalog describes worship nights as events held through the semester.
    Sources (1)
    1. On-Campus Undergraduate 2026-27 Academic Catalog | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Grace-2026-27-oncampus-catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Services are conducted in Baker Chapel three days each week. The entire student body and faculty are expected to regularly participate in these activities. Other "spiritual emphasis events" including small group Bible studies, worship nights, and ministry in our community, take place throughout each semester.”
      Chapel services are held three days a week in Baker Chapel, and worship nights take place throughout the semester as spiritual emphasis events.
  • The campus pastor is also listed as Dean of Students and head coach.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/faculty-staff · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Danny Garcia Dean of Students, Campus Pastor, & Head Coach - E-Sports”
      Danny Garcia is listed as Dean of Students and Campus Pastor.

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Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Campus ministry home

Baker Chapel

  • Address: 1011 Aldon St. SW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49509
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

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Campus ministry

Sources (2)
  1. Chapel | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Teaching Chapels Tuesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Formation Chapels Wednesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Celebration Chapels Thursday 9:45am – Baker Chapel”
    Chapel is held at 9:45 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in Baker Chapel.
  2. Faculty & Staff | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/about/faculty-staff · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Danny Garcia Dean of Students, Campus Pastor, & Head Coach - E-Sports”
    Danny Garcia is listed as Dean of Students and Campus Pastor.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 1

  • Tuesday–Thursday9:45 AM–10:30 AMBaker Chapel · Tuesday teaching chapel, Wednesday formation chapel and Thursday celebration chapel; during the semester, per the Student Handbook and the chapel page.

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Chapel | Grace Christian Universitygracechristian.edu/campus-community/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Teaching Chapels Tuesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Formation Chapels Wednesday 9:45am – Baker Chapel Celebration Chapels Thursday 9:45am – Baker Chapel”
    Chapel is held at 9:45 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in Baker Chapel.

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What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$9,538
$30,001–$48,000$10,935
$48,001–$75,000$10,037
$75,001–$110,000$12,379
Over $110,000$20,834

Full cost of attendance before aid: $26,166 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
891
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 46% · Women 54%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
52%
Total students954
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$12,404
Cost of attendance (per year)$26,166
Median federal debt at graduation$24,375
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
51%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients
College Scorecard, within 6 years
33%
Graduation rate for first-generation students
College Scorecard, within 6 years
30%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
46%
First-year retention65%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$41,663
Admission rate99%
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
No application fee
Typical rent
HUD fair market rent, FY2026
About $1,278 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants47%

Value index: 54 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

MajorMedian earnings
Religious Education$52,314
Human services$47,559
Pastoral counseling$45,288

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Bible/Biblical Studies, Business (general), Business administration, Communication studies, Criminal justice, General studies, Interdisciplinary studies, Liberal arts, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, Music, Psychology, Teacher education, Theology, Visual and performing arts.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

FieldShare of degrees
Theology and religious studies32%
Public administration and social service20%
Psychology16%
Business16%
Communication7%

Campus facts

SettingCity
Part-time undergraduates31%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older45%
On-campus room and board (per year)$10,300
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member15 to 1
Disability servicesVisit the office’s pageThe college’s own page
Faculty who are full-time100%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Dorm spaceFor about 25% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline serviceGerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)About 9 miles away · about 20 minutes by car
Nearest major airportGeneral Mitchell International Airport (MKE)About 112 miles away
Town population77,353Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreMilwaukeeAbout 115 miles away · about 5 hours 15 minutes by car
Typical weather24°F in January · 71°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from East Grand Rapids, MI, about 4 miles away

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

CategoryThis campusU.S. rate
Rape0.000.07
Robbery0.000.01
Aggravated assault0.000.04
Burglary0.000.08
Motor vehicle theft0.980.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Christian churches nearby

Map of Grace Christian University, its Christian center and nearby Christian churches0.25 miBaker Chapel: 0.2 miGrace Christian University (campus)N0.1 mi
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Questions families ask

Is Grace Christian University a Christian college?
Yes. Grace Christian University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Grace Gospel Fellowship.
What is Grace Christian University’s Compass Score?
72 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at Grace Christian University?
Chapel is listed at Baker Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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About this school’s data
  • IPEDS unit ID 170000
  • Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate college (diverse fields)
  • Accreditation: Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation; Higher Learning Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Other Protestant
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