Colleges Near Grand Rapids

Colleges and universities near me in the Grand Rapids, Ohio area

There are 25 colleges within 50 miles of Grand Rapids enrolling a total of 76,902 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Ohio with a population of 965, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Grand Rapids. The nearest college is Bowling Green State University Main Campus in Bowling Green at a distance of 12 miles from Grand Rapids. Driving time to these schools from Grand Rapids should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is Ohio Northern University in Ada which is ranked #231 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Bowling Green State University Main Campus enrolling 17,027 students. In terms of affordability, Northwest State Community College in Archbold offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $4,496 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 Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids, OH within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Monroe County Community College
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Monroe, MI
 

Monroe County Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,250enrollment
  • $4,598net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.5Avg GPA

41 miles from Grand Rapids

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Heidelberg University
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Tiffin, OH
 

Heidelberg University

Private 4 Year

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#27 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,059enrollment
  • $19,620net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1162SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA

41 miles from Grand Rapids

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Tiffin University
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Tiffin, OH
 

Tiffin University

Private 4 Year

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#30 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 3,598enrollment
  • $24,516net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 870-1120SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA

40 miles from Grand Rapids

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Ohio Northern University
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Ada, OH

Ohio Northern University

Private 4 Year

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 3,042enrollment
  • $26,396net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1173-1376SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 15

44 miles from Grand Rapids

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James A Rhodes State College
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Lima, OH
 

James A Rhodes State College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,968enrollment
  • $8,979net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA

47 miles from Grand Rapids

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University of Northwestern Ohio
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Lima, OH
 

University of Northwestern Ohio

Private 4 Year

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  • 2,606enrollment
  • $18,794net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.86Avg GPA

47 miles from Grand Rapids

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Ohio State University Lima Campus
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Lima, OH
 

Ohio State University Lima Campus

Public 4 Year

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  • 740enrollment
  • $12,727net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 14

47 miles from Grand Rapids

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Owens Community College and is 21.4 miles from Grand Rapids. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Owens Community College are $5,750 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Owens 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.