Colleges Near Big Rapids

Colleges and universities near me in the Big Rapids, Michigan area

There 34 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 200,679 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Michigan with a population of 10,601, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Big Rapids. Driving time to these schools from Big Rapids should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Michigan State University in East Lansing which is ranked #227 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Michigan State University enrolling 51,316 students. In terms of affordability, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College in Mount Pleasant offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,560 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Big Rapids.


34 results

Ferris State University
F
Big Rapids, MI

Ferris State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#8 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 9,918enrollment
  • $13,154net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 890-1120SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA

1 miles from Big Rapids

Central Michigan University
C
Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#12 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,399enrollment
  • $15,826net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA

36 miles from Big Rapids

Montcalm Community College
M
Sidney, MI
 

Montcalm Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,587enrollment
  • $4,750net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

36 miles from Big Rapids

Mid Michigan Community College
M
Harrison, MI
 

Mid Michigan Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,416enrollment
  • $8,954net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

40 miles from Big Rapids

Baker College of Cadillac
B
Cadillac, Michigan
 

Baker College of Cadillac

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,641enrollment
  • $13,285net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

40 miles from Big Rapids

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
S
Mount Pleasant, MI
 

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 147enrollment
  • $8,790net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

39 miles from Big Rapids

Alma College
A
Alma, MI

Alma College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,273enrollment
  • $24,862net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA

46 miles from Big Rapids

Baker College of Muskegon
B
Muskegon, Michigan
 

Baker College of Muskegon

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 5,020enrollment
  • $13,184net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

48 miles from Big Rapids

Muskegon Community College
M
Muskegon, MI
 

Muskegon Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,518enrollment
  • $7,829net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

47 miles from Big Rapids

Kuyper College
K
Grand Rapids, MI
 

Kuyper College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 153enrollment
  • $27,708net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 935-1170SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA

47 miles from Big Rapids

West Shore Community College
W
Scottville, MI
 

West Shore Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,028enrollment
  • $3,164net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

48 miles from Big Rapids

University of Phoenix West Michigan Campus
P
Walker, Michigan
 

University of Phoenix West Michigan Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 639enrollment
  • $18,908net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

48 miles from Big Rapids

Cornerstone University
C
Grand Rapids, MI

Cornerstone University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#16 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,735enrollment
  • $23,147net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 970-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA

50 miles from Big Rapids

Aquinas College
A
Grand Rapids, MI

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#11 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,295enrollment
  • $19,890net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 990-1210SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA

52 miles from Big Rapids

Grand Rapids Community College
G
Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 12,142enrollment
  • $11,137net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA

51 miles from Big Rapids

Compass College of Cinematic Arts
C
Grand Rapids, MI
 

Compass College of Cinematic Arts

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 50enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 820-1100SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

51 miles from Big Rapids

Calvin University
C
Grand Rapids, MI

Calvin University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#5 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,364enrollment
  • $26,374net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1340SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA

53 miles from Big Rapids

Grace Christian University
G
Wyoming, MI
 

Grace Christian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 954enrollment
  • $14,127net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.03Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 15

55 miles from Big Rapids

FAQ's

The closest community college is Montcalm Community College and is 36.3 miles from Big Rapids. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Montcalm Community College are $6,150 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Montcalm Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.