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Attention new students, Orientation is open now! Schedule your Orientation to indicate your commitment to Grand Valley, get registered for classes, and learn more about the Laker experience.

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Earn $1,000 with the Laker Lane Scholarship

First-time college students for Fall 2026 can qualify for this renewable scholarship by applying for housing, filing FAFSA, and signing up for Orientation by March 1, 2026.

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Academic Calendar

Winter 2026

Mid-term Evaluations

February 23 - 27

Mid-term Grades Due from Faculty

March 3 by 12:00 pm

Mid-term Grades Available to Students

March 5

Spring Break

March 8 - 14

Withdraw with a "W" Grade Deadline

March 27 by 5:00 pm

Classes End

April 25

Examination Week

April 25 - May 2

Commencement

May 1 - 2


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