Grand Valley State University
- 4 Year
- ALLENDALE, MI
CollegeGrad School
Grand Valley State University
- 4 Year
- ALLENDALE, MI
- Rating 3.77 out of 5 4,096 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade B
- Campusgrade A minus
- Athleticsgrade A+
- Party Scenegrade B+
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade B
- Dormsgrade A minus
- Campus Foodgrade B+
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade B+
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About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Grand Valley State University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
GVSU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
90%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
960-1210
ACT Range
21-27
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$17,105 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,811 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
95%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
86%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 237 responses70%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 286 responses58%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 286 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Marketing302 Graduates
- Finance280 Graduates
- Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine270 Graduates
- Education264 Graduates
- Psychology254 Graduates
- Health Professions253 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science250 Graduates
- Nursing208 Graduates
- Accounting178 Graduates
- Management Sciences and Information Systems175 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
17,230 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,013
Undergrads Over 25
7%
Pell Grant
27%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
63%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 317 responsesPoll
61%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 375 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,800 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
66%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%87%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 159 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Grand Valley State University Reviews
Rating 3.77 out of 5 4,096 reviews
I loved everything about my time at Grand Valley - the campus, students, professors, sports, clubs, etc. While Allendale didn't have much going on, you were a short bus ride away from downtown Grand Rapids, which is an incredible city. It's a big city that doesn't feel like a big city (ie. loud, dirty, crowded). If you went in the opposite direction from Allendale, you were a short drive from the beach! (Yes, we count it as a beach even though it's at a great lake rather than an ocean.) I highly recommend Grand Valley State!
One of the things that I enjoyed most about GVSU was the sense of camaraderie that permeated every aspect of campus life. Beyond academics, GVSU offered a wealth of extracurricular activities that allowed me to explore my interests and make a difference in the community. Whether I was volunteering with local organizations or participating in campus events, I found fulfillment in giving back and making a positive impact. As I reflect on my journey at GVSU, I am filled with gratitude for the experiences that shaped me into the person I am today. From the friendships I forged to the lessons I learned, every moment at GVSU was a stepping stone on my path to personal and academic growth. As I prepare to embark on the next chapter of my life, I carry with me the memories and lessons of my time at GVSU, forever grateful for the transformative impact it had on my life.
Grand Valley State University offers many opportunities to incoming freshmen and supports great programs needed to become successful in your future career, while also being very cost efficient.Overall Grand Valley State University is an amazing place to thrive academically and personally ,with a great support system and campus life this college is the perfect place attended.