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Quick Facts
24,541 Students
81% Admitted
- 25,049 full time
- 5,067 part time
- 8,016 men full time
- 11,458 women full time
- 16,697 applied
- 13,877 admitted
- 3,865 enrolled
21,937 Undergraduates
$11,520 Tuition/Year
- 3,555 Graduates
- 168 Non-Degree
- $11,520 in state
- N/A fees
- $9,364 room & board
- $700 books and supplies
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At a Glance
| Institution Type: | Public |
| Campus Setting: | Great Lakes Large suburb |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Doctor's degree - professional practice |
| Level of Institution: | Four or more years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
| School Mascot: | Lakers |
| School Colors: | Blue, black, and white |
Reviews in 3 Sentences
- Staci from Brookfield, IL
GVSU has not only the most beautiful, warm and welcoming campus I have seen (from visiting eight schools in total as a high school senior), it is truly a Home…
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- Gabriel from Auburn Hills, MI
Grand Valley is a really cool school! Homeschooled all my life, I arrived here and felt instantly accepted and comfortable. The Christian groups on campus are wonderfully diverse…
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- Ashley from Ohio
Grand Valley State is one of the most beautiful campuses inside and out. Not only am I attracted to the nature that surrounds me, but the student-faculty relationship is like…
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- Rachel from Ionia, MI
grand valley is a great school, it is very easy to get connected and find a community. the professors are awesome and want to help you succeed and find your…
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- Katelyn from Midland, MI
due to its closed campus layout and can do attitude from staff and students alike, grand valley state university gives resonates with an energizing feel of a small community with…
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Mission Statement
Grand Valley State University educates students to shape their lives, their professions and their societies. The university contributes to the enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active scholarship and public service.
Grand Valley State University
- Located in Allendale, MI
- Public
- 24,541 students enrolled
- 81% admitted
- $11,520 annual cost to attend
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Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Kaitlyn from Maple Rapids, MI
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I am
a current student here
I definitely enjoy being here, even though my roommates are bad. The campus is great, the staff friendly and informative, and the opportunities for anything are limitless.
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- Mercedes from Detroit, MI
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I am
a current student here
The University is definitely campus friendly and beautiful. You surely meet life-long friends here at Grand Valley. The extracurricular activities are AWESOME and you can create your very OWN clubs!!
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- MacKenzie from Muskegon, MI
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I am
accepted here and planning to attend soon
I also have several friends who attend GVSU so I'm not going to be too lonely :) I also enjoy the campus.
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- Taylor from Grand Haven, MI
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I am
a current student here
The people here are nice, and as I said, the diversity is great. You will find many people with similar interests, as well as getting to know others that are different.
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