Cornerstone University
Cornerstone University's campus is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As an evangelical Christian university, Cornerstone maintains a faith-based atmosphere for its students. Students are expected to adhere to a Lifestyle Statement reflecting specific religious values. The university also operates Grand Rapids Theological Seminary and an evangelical broadcast ministry, Mission Network News.
Financial Aid & Net Price
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 30% of students receive Pell Grants and 55% take federal loans.
| Family Income | Avg Net Price/yr | 4-Year Net Cost | Net-Price ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $17,129 | $68,516 | 5.8x |
| $30K – $48K | $18,158 | $72,632 | 5.5x |
| $48K – $75K | $21,507 | $86,028 | 4.6x |
| $75K – $110K | $23,345 | $93,380 | 4.3x |
| $110K+ | $25,522 | $102,088 | 3.9x |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $29,100 | $116,400 | 3.4x |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
All Programs at Cornerstone University
8 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Program | DW Score | Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration Compare across schools |
59 | $53,327/yr | High | 4.0x |
| Teacher Education Compare across schools |
54 | $45,753/yr | High | 2.9x |
| Teacher Education Compare across schools |
49 | $42,515/yr | High | 3.1x |
| Marketing Compare across schools |
45 | $42,627/yr | Very High | 2.7x |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies Compare across schools |
33 | $40,873/yr | Moderate | 2.5x |
| Psychology, General Compare across schools |
29 | $34,505/yr | High | 2.1x |
| Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools |
26 | $30,615/yr | High | 1.6x |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness Compare across schools |
26 | $27,327/yr | Moderate | 2.8x |