Cornerstone University is less than five miles northeast of downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan's second-largest metropolitan area.

Cornerstone’s ideal location offers access to real-world opportunities for work, spiritual fellowship, culture and relaxation. Part-time jobs and internships are always available in and around Grand Rapids, and there are many churches and ministry organizations to be involved with throughout the Cornerstone experience. The city’s downtown is home to major performance venues for sports, theatre and concerts.

Cornerstone is 40 minutes away from Lake Michigan. Detroit is two and a half hours east, and Chicago is three hours west.