
6767 West O Avenue P.O. Box 4070, Grand Rapids, MI 49003, USA


Davenport University reports an overall graduation rate of 50%, placing it in the lower 40th percentile compared to other institutions. This suggests that half of the students who enroll eventually complete their programs, though this rate is below the national average. When disaggregated by gender, male students have a graduation rate of 44%, which is positioned in the bottom 35th percentile, while female students graduate at a slightly higher rate of 57%, ranking near the bottom 45th percentile.
The university's four-year graduation rate stands at 37%, indicating that just over a third of students finish their programs within the traditional timeframe. The six-year graduation rate improves to 51%, reflecting that roughly half of students complete their studies within six years. Both of these figures also fall within the bottom 40th percentile nationally.
Additionally, Davenport University's retention rate is 74%, a measure of the proportion of first-time students who continue their studies into a second year. This retention rate is considered average but remains in the lower half of institutions nationwide, ranking near the bottom 50th percentile.
Graduates of Davenport University experience a range of earning potentials depending on their chosen field of study. Among the highest earners are those with degrees in Computer Science, who can expect average earnings of $61,279. Similarly, those who graduate with qualifications in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research, and Clinical Nursing report substantial earnings around $58,672. Students focusing on Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management also find relatively lucrative opportunities, with average earnings near $52,927.
Other technology-related degrees such as Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications show solid earning potential, averaging $49,662. Graduates in Finance and Financial Management Services earn approximately $48,726, while those in Business/Commerce and Business Administration, Management and Operations have earnings close to $50,404 and $46,639, respectively. Marketing graduates earn an average of $42,491, and Accounting and Related Services graduates can expect about $43,256.
Health-related fields offer varying returns as well. Health and Medical Administrative Services graduates see average earnings of $42,980, and Health and Physical Education/Fitness majors earn around $36,077. Social Work graduates report earnings near $33,678, and those in Human Resources Management make roughly $40,756. Legal Support Services graduates earn an average $40,507.
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Job bank on campus
YesJob fairs on campus
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All undergraduatesBACHELOR’S Degree
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Legal Professions and Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Science Technologies/Technicians
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Health Professions and Related Programs
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
MASTER’S Degree
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Education
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Health Professions and Related Programs
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services