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Davenport University

Grand Rapids, Michigan · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,041

Acceptance Rate

97%

Graduation Rate

50%

Annual Tuition

$23,324

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Davenport University earn a median of $45,099 ten years after entry — 17% below the national median. Acceptance rate 97.1%, in-state tuition $23,324.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,213

Retention Rate

74%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

48%

Median Debt

$26,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Davenport University is a private, non-profit institution in Grand Rapids with 3,213 students. The university has a high acceptance rate of 97.1%. The retention rate is 73.7%, and the graduation rate is 49.8%. The in-state tuition is $23,324. Nearly half of students receive financial aid, at 47.6%.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $54,952. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $47,041, and ten years after, earnings are $45,099. The median debt for students is $26,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$55k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$45k

10 YEARS

Top 43% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

Davenport University graduates have varying earnings outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $54,952. However, median earnings decrease to $47,041 five years after graduation and further decrease to $45,099 ten years after graduation. The median debt for graduates is $26,000. Nearly half of the students, 47.6%, receive financial aid.

The university has a high acceptance rate of 97.1% and a graduation rate of 49.8%. The retention rate is 73.7%. The in-state tuition is $23,324. The student population is 3,213.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 396 / yr
Median Salary $70,639

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 240 / yr
Median Salary $98,724

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 146 / yr
Median Salary $52,491

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 141 / yr
Median Salary $73,669

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 139 / yr
Median Salary $64,571

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

Graduates 79 / yr
Median Salary $78,002

Marketing

Graduates 73 / yr
Median Salary $43,093

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 72 / yr
Median Salary $51,681

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 41 / yr
Median Salary $46,861

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Graduates 39 / yr
Median Salary $57,502

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $41,225

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $30,748

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 29 / yr
Median Salary $62,639

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $34,380

Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $53,897

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

Graduates 13 / yr
Median Salary $55,249

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Campus Location

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Grand Rapids, MI 49512-9396

Davenport University is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Davenport University has an acceptance rate of 97.1%.