Pursue Your Passion in a Tight-Knit Community
A small group of students, distinguished by a shared passion, learning and applying their learning together—that's a Calvin cohort.
Calvin's cohorts blur the line between the classroom and the real world. Together with students and faculty from different majors, you'll pursue a common theme all throughout your college experience, starting in your first year.
Applications for students starting at Calvin in fall 2025 are open!
If you are starting Calvin after 2025, please send us your information (see form below) and we'll invite you to apply when the application is open to you. Email cohorts@calvin.edu with questions.
Themed Cohorts
Common Good Collective
Cultivate personal character and work toward the common good, amid polarization and divisions at home and around the world.
Arts Collective
Imagine, create, and perform as part of a tight-knit group of creative minds from every discipline.
Ministry Leadership
Practice leadership, build community, and love the church as part of a group of students passionate about combining their skills and studies with Christ-centered service.
Honors Scholars
Ask difficult questions with humility, explore with wonder, and pursue advanced academic opportunities. Ready for a deep pursuit of excellence?
What Are You Interested In?
Why Join a Cohort?
- Lean into what you love – What’s your passion? Your fellow cohort-members will share it. And while you won’t all be like-minded, you’ll be like-hearted. Together, you’ll start overcoming obstacles and bringing renewal into the world, even before you graduate.
- Opportunities galore – Advanced opportunities open up to you when you join a cohort. Each cohort is different, but your experience might include study abroad, internships, and networking in your field.
- Gain instant community –Your professors will become mentors. Your peers will become friends. You’ll be amazed at the connections you make and how you grow together.
- In-demand experience – Along with your teammates, you'll do practical, real-world work that's relevant to your field. That kind of beyond-the-classroom experience will set you and your resume apart in the job market after you graduate.
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How to Apply to a Calvin Cohort
When you find a cohort that looks interesting, read the full page carefully for any special requirements or deadlines.Ìý
Cohort applications will only be accepted for students starting at Calvin in the fall 2025 semester. If you’ll be starting at Calvin earlier, we would love to help you discover your other opportunities at Calvin. We invite you to .
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