Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a four-year, public school located in Allendale, MI. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The GVSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $14,978 for Michigan residents and $21,154 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 85% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,921.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 21,648 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).

GVSU's acceptance rate is 95.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.00%. The median SAT scores is 1070 and the ACT socre is 24.

GVSU ranked 24th in Michigan Colleges rankings. Grand Valley State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Grand Valley State University is $14,978 for in-state students and $21,154 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $19,364 for in-state students and $19,364 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,686 for Michigan residents and $22,155 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $20,317 for Michigan residents and $20,317 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$14,978$21,154
Graduate$19,364$19,364
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$15,686$22,155
Graduate$20,317$20,317

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »95.00% Acceptance Rate / 21.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,070 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »66%
Transfer-out Rate14%
Retention Rate79%(full-time), 36% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »21,648 (18,665 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$7,921

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Grand Valley State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at GVSU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Grand Valley State University Directory Information

Address1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401-9403
Phone616-331-2020
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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