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Grand Valley State University

Allendale, MI • public • II | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
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Acceptance
94.7%
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Grad Rate
69%
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Cost
$29,529 / $35,921

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town (Fringe)
Student Population
Undergrad: 21,083 • Total: 25,119
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Allendale, MI
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Website
www.gvsu.edu
Region
Great Lakes
Carnegie Classification
D/PU: Doctoral/Professional Universities

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 8,457 (40.1%) • Female: 12,626 (59.9%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
94.7%
23,008 admitted from 24,297 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 480-600
Math: 460-590
Total: 940-1190
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-28
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
68.6%
4-Year Graduation Rate
44.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
77.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$29,529
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$35,921
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $15,502
Out-of-state: $21,894
Room & Board
$11,550
Books & Supplies
$2,477
Students Receiving Pell Grants
29%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Football Golf Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Grand Valley State University

What is Grand Valley State University's acceptance rate?
Grand Valley State University accepts 95% of applicants, from 24,297 applications.
How much does Grand Valley State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $15,502 in-state and $21,894 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Grand Valley State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 28 on the ACT.
What is Grand Valley State University's graduation rate?
69% of students graduate within six years.