Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Davenport University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 58% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 21st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Davenport University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $72,486 | $78,357 | -12% | #789 of 966 | #734 | $31,000 |
| Computer Science | $60,031 | $76,469 | -29% | #316 of 349 | #298 | $29,073 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $46,861 | $74,898 | -10% | #261 of 452 | #228 | $25,072 |
| Business/Commerce | $52,491 | $73,948 | +8% | #48 of 271 | #38 | $24,850 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $50,720 | $73,487 | -14% | #73 of 99 | #64 | $27,875 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $51,384 | $71,344 | +5% | #337 of 1176 | #233 | $24,907 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | $57,502 | $69,737 | -5% | #33 of 37 | #26 | $25,534 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $49,970 | $68,792 | -10% | #510 of 796 | #455 | $22,875 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $51,681 | $67,854 | +-0% | #91 of 187 | #70 | $27,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $52,603 | $64,247 | +9% | #94 of 275 | #82 | $34,500 |
| Marketing | $43,093 | $60,463 | -13% | #383 of 516 | #346 | $21,750 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $41,225 | $58,907 | +13% | #7 of 50 | #3 | $25,000 |
| Legal Support Services | — | $54,895 | +3% | #14 of 32 | #14 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $34,380 | $54,729 | +0% | #263 of 610 | #212 | $25,750 |
| Social Work | — | $50,627 | -2% | #240 of 420 | #208 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Davenport University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $369,682
- Avg rent near campus: $1,667/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49507 (5.2% cap, Grand Rapids)
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🏆 Where Davenport University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $22,272 | $22,272 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $39,242 | $39,242 |
Financial Aid
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Davenport University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology