Equipped to make an impact
Student Outcomes
At Grace Christian University, we empower our students to become courageous ambassadors for Christ. Our educational approach revolves around the core truths of the Bible, emphasizing the faithful stewardship of the talents and opportunities God has given us.
Academic Outcomes
Our students earn more than a degree. They gain real world experience, and the most sought-after skills employers seek in today’s workforce. They view complex issues from diverse perspectives. They become critical thinkers, creative problem-solvers, collaborators, and character-based virtues. At Grace Christian University, we strive to mold individuals who not only excel academically but also embody the values of Christian faith and service. We aim to equip individuals to integrate their faith into every aspect of their professional and personal life.
STUDENT OUTCOME DATA
Retention, Graduation, & Employment
The Student Right-to-Know regulations require all colleges and universities participating in federally funded financial aid programs to document information on the cohort of first-time, full-time freshmen entering the institution on or after July 1, 1996. Disclosure is not required until 150% of the estimated program length has elapsed. All colleges and universities entering into Program Participation Agreements with the Department of Education are required to complete the IPEDS Graduation Rate Survey of 1997 (Section 490 of the Higher Education Amendments of 1992, P.L. 102- 325.106. Stat. 448). Graduation and retention rates are those Grace Christian University reports to the Integrated Postsecondary Data System (IPEDS).
Bachelor’s Degree Graduation and Completion Rates
- Transfer, part-time, and non-degree students are not included in the graduation/completion rate.
- The graduation rate is based on six years of attendance which equates to 150% of the longest program.
- The graduation/completion rate does not include students who left the institution to serve in the armed forces, with an official church mission organization, or in the foreign service of the federal government. Students who died or were totally and permanently disabled are also excluded.
- The institution is not required to report the transfer-out rate since the mission of the institution does not include providing substantial preparation for students to enroll in other institutions
Year of Entry – 2016
Bachelor Degree
6 Year (150%)
Graduation Rate
53%
Undergraduate, First-Time, Full-Time, Bachelor-Degree Seeking Students Enrolled – 107
Year of Entry – 2021
Bachelor Degree
1 Year Retention Rate*
69%
Undergraduate, First-Time, Full-Time, Bachelor-Degree Seeking Students Enrolled – 70
* Students who returned for the following fall semester
2024 On-Campus Bachelor’s Degree Graduates
Destination Rate*
70%
51% Response Rate – percentage of current-year graduates who completed the survey
* Percentage of responses either continuing education or employed full-time
2024 Online Bachelor’s Degree Graduates
Destination Rate*
76%
49% Response Rate – percentage of current-year graduates who completed the survey
* Percentage of responses either continuing education or employed full-time
2024 Online Master’s Degree Graduates
Destination Rate*
56%
80% Response Rate – percentage of current-year graduates who completed the survey
* Percentage of responses either continuing education or employed full-time
Life after Grace
A Strong Foundation for Your Career, Ministry & Life
As graduates step beyond the familiar campus community, they have a solid foundation of faith, integrity, and academic excellence instilled by their time at Grace Christian University. With the unwavering support of a strong community and the wisdom gained from their years at Grace, graduates are equipped to make a positive impact wherever God leads them, from ministry and education to business, healthcare, and many more professions.
Top Recruiters of Grace Christian University Graduates
- CNN Cleaning Services
- A.C.T. (Artists Creating Together)
- Ada Bible Church
- Alive Ministries
- American House Senior Living Center
- Apex Staffing
- Arbor Financial Credit Union
- Base Camp Urban Outreach
- Belmont Baptist Church
- Bethany Christian Services
- Bethany Christian Services – Refugee Center
- Boys & Girls Club
- Calvary Church
- Chapel Pointe
- Chick-Fil-A
- Chick-Fil-A Wyoming Location
- City Hope GR
- Community Food Club
- Convivial Brands ELC
- Corewell Health
- Countryside Elementary
- Crossroads Bible Church
- Crosswinds Church
- Degage Ministries
- EnGedi Church
- Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding
- Evergreen Ministries
- Excite Team
- Family Bible Church
- Family Futures
- Family Outreach Center
- Frank Stanley P.C. Law Office
- Fresh Life Church
- Frontline Community Church
- Grace Christian University
- Grace Ministries International
- Grace’s Table
- Gracespring Bible Church
- Grand Rapids Danger (BB Team)
- Grand River Preparatory High School
- Grandville Baptist Church
- Grant Assembly of God
- Green Lake Calvary Church
- Harbor Churches
- Harbor Life Church
- Hartford Bible Church
- HELP Pregnancy Crisis Aid
- Heritage Baptist Church
- Hope Network
- HOPELink of Western Michigan
- Hopkins Community Church
- Huffman Counseling Services
- J & H Oil
- Jenison Bible Church
- Kent City Baptist Church
- Kent County Juvenile Detention Center
- Kent District Library
- Kentwood Community Church
- Kentwood Parks & Recreation
- Life Change Community Church
- Life Church
- Life Stream Church
- Lifeline Community Church
- Living Water CRC
- Loomis Armored Security
- Love Your Neighbor (Formerly Love INC)
- Luther Community
- Lutheran Child and Family Services
- Mars Hill Bible Church
- Mayfair Christian Daycare
- Met By Love (MBL)
- MI Dept of Human Services
- Mission India
- Mona Shore Baptist Church
- New City Neighbors
- New Community Church of West Michigan
- New Life Church
- Next Step Ministries
- NorthPointe Christian High School
- Omega Maternity House (Alpha Women’s Center)
- Parkside Bible Church
- PIER Church
- Pine Rest Mental Health Services
- Pine Ridge Bible Camp
- Planet Fitness
- Pregnancy Resource Center
- Remembrance Church
- Ronald McDonald House
- Room to Bloom
- Roosevelt Parks Ministries
- RT London
- Rush Creek Bible Church
- Sabaoth Ministry
- Salvation Army Territorial Headquarters
- Sand Lake Police Department
- Shine Franchise Group
- Solon Center Wesleyan Church
- Somerset Beach Camp
- SON-Life Camp and Retreat Center
- South Harbor Church
- Starlight Ministries
- Steelcase
- Sturgis Wesley Church
- The Edge Church
- The Everyday Chef and Wife
- The Other Way Ministries
- Tri-Unity Christian High School
- Trinity Fellowship Church
- Trinity Health
- United in Christ Ministries
- Urban Family Ministries
- Vertical Church
- Waterford Place
- Wayland Public Schools
- Wedgewood Youth Center
- Wedgwood Christian Services
- Wellspring Church
- Wellspring Community Church
- Wellspring Lutheran Services
- Wesleyan Kids Camp
- West Side Community Church
- Winding Creek Camp
- Women at Risk International
- Wyoming Park Bible Fellowship
- YMCA
- Young Life
- Youth for Christ
- Wyoming Police Dept
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