Colleges Near Rockford

Colleges and universities near me in the Rockford, Michigan area

There are 47 colleges within 100 miles of Rockford enrolling a total of 245,025 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Michigan with a population of 5,719, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Rockford. The nearest college is Kuyper College in Grand Rapids at a distance of 8.1 miles from Rockford. Driving time to these schools from Rockford should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo which is ranked #221 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Michigan State University enrolling 50,023 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 Rockford.
Rockford, MI within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Kuyper College
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Grand Rapids, MI
 

Kuyper College

Private 4 Year

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  • 82enrollment
  • $18,853net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 935-1170SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA

8 miles from Rockford

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Cornerstone University
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Grand Rapids, MI

Cornerstone University

Private 4 Year

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,781enrollment
  • $20,935net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 970-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA

11 miles from Rockford

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University of Phoenix West Michigan Campus
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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

10 miles from Rockford

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Aquinas College
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Grand Rapids, MI

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#13 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,265enrollment
  • $18,605net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1180SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA

13 miles from Rockford

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Grand Rapids Community College
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Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 11,803enrollment
  • $9,059net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA

13 miles from Rockford

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Compass College of Cinematic Arts
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Grand Rapids, MI
 

Compass College of Cinematic Arts

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 50enrollment
  • $23,768net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 820-1100SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

13 miles from Rockford

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Calvin College
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Grand Rapids, MI

Calvin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#4 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,231enrollment
  • $25,775net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA

14 miles from Rockford

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Grace Bible College
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Wyoming, MI
 

Grace Bible College

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,031enrollment
  • $12,988net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.03Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 15

16 miles from Rockford

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Davenport University
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Grand Rapids, MI
 

Davenport University

Private 4 Year

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  • 5,073enrollment
  • $18,350net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA

20 miles from Rockford

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Grand Valley State University
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Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#6 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 21,648enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA

Applications Due May 1

21 miles from Rockford

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Montcalm Community College
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Sidney, MI
 

Montcalm Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 1,603enrollment
  • $7,625net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

24 miles from Rockford

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Baker College of Muskegon
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Muskegon, Michigan
 

Baker College of Muskegon

Private 4 Year

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

33 miles from Rockford

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Muskegon Community College
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Muskegon, MI
 

Muskegon Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,446enrollment
  • $5,756net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

33 miles from Rockford

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Hope College
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Holland, MI

Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,251enrollment
  • $25,800net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1330SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA

37 miles from Rockford

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Ferris State University
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Big Rapids, MI

Ferris State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#12 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 10,072enrollment
  • $13,978net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 910-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA

38 miles from Rockford

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Alma College
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Alma, MI

Alma College

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,260enrollment
  • $23,995net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA

48 miles from Rockford

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Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,557enrollment
  • $15,605net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA

51 miles from Rockford

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Great Lakes Christian College
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Lansing, MI
 

Great Lakes Christian College

Private 4 Year

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  • 133enrollment
  • $15,978net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

53 miles from Rockford

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Grand Rapids Community College and is 13 miles from Rockford. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Grand Rapids Community College are $3,999 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Grand Rapids 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.