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Grand Valley State University

Allendale, MI

Overview

  • Type
    4-year • Public
  • Campus Life
    Very Large • Suburban
  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $17K
  • SAT Range
    940–1180
  • Graduation Rate
    66%

Grand Valley State University is a very large, 4-year, public university. This coed college is located in a suburban setting and is primarily a residential campus. It offers certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 86% and a graduation rate of 66%.

From the Institution

Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a public university located in Allendale, Michigan, just twelve miles from Grand Rapids, one of the state's largest cities. Founded in 1960 to meet the educational needs of Michigan's 'west coast' population, it encompasses a 1,300-acre Valley Campus in Allendale; the downtown Robert C. Pew Campus and the Health Campus at the top of the Medical Mile in Grand Rapids. GVSU has regional centers in Muskegon, Traverse City, Detroit, Dowagiac, and Battle Creek. In 2021, U.S. News and World Report ranked GVSU one of the best regional universities in the Midwest and third top public school in the nation.

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College Board Code
1258
Application Types Accepted
  • Common Application
  • Online through college's own website
Fee Waiver Info
Available to all qualified students. Visit the college website for details.

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Important Dates

Dates are subject to change so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college’s website.

August 24
Regular Application Due

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