Cornerstone University

University Profile Cornerstone University is an independent, non-denominational Christian liberal arts and professional studies institution located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The university's mission is "to enable individuals to apply unchanging biblical principles in a rapidly changing world," and the university emphasizes a "Christian worldview" in all programming. Cornerstone University represents a traditional age undergraduate, adult, and graduate program, two seminaries (Grand Rapids Theological Seminary and Asia Baptist Theological Seminary based in Chiang Mai, Thailand) and a radio division called Cornerstone University Radio (WCSG, WAYG, WAYK, HisKids.net, Mission Network News).

Cornerstone University offers programs in the humanities, sciences, business, religion, education, and fine arts, and includes a seminary. The university is situated on 119 acres (0.48 km2) of beautifully landscaped grounds including a 9-acre (36,000 m2) pond encircled by a walking path, The Margaret Mollema Walkway. The school colors are navy and "old gold." The mascot is The Golden Eagles.

All subjects are taught with the trinitarian belief in the triune God and the literal interpretation of the Bible. Students are required to abide by a "Lifestyle Statement" intended to reflect those beliefs and encourage spiritual discernment in students' lives. The university offers students 60 academic program choices, including programs in the arts, sciences, humanities, Bible, teacher education, computers and business and journalism. The journalism major, starting Fall 2008, offers three emphases from which to choose: journalism, photojournalism and public relations.

Cornerstone University is nationally accredited by both the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada and the National Association of Schools of Music. In sports, it is a member of the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference and the NAIA. Cornerstone's social work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

General Information:
Address:	1001 E BELTLINE AVE NE
City:	Grand Rapids, MI
State:	MI
Zip Code:	49525
Phone:	616-222-1426
Toll Free Nr:	800-787-9778
Campus Housing:	Yes
Public/Private:	Private Christian College
Established:	1941
Website:	www.cornerstone.edu
Surrounding Area:	City: Midsize
More Information:
Students:	2,600
Faculty:	118
Student/Faculty ratio:	24 / 1
Male/Female:	33 / 67
Endowment:	$6.4 million
President:	Joseph M. Stowell
Majors:	Biological/Life Sciences, Business, Computer Sciences, Education, English Language and Literature, Health and Clinical Sciences (PreMed and Medical), History, Performing Arts, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Visual Arts
Admissions:
Application Deadline:	Open
SAT Verbal:	Required
SAT Math:	Required
ACT:	23
GPA required to apply:	2.5
Tuition:	$15,550
Room and Board:	$5,800
Financial Aid:	98%
Average Financial Aid Awarded:	$12,763
Athletics:
Athletics Conference:	Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference
Colors:	Royal Blue and Gold
Mascot:	Golden Eagles
Sports:	Men: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track & Field. Women: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track & Field, Volleyball.