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Grand Valley offers over 350 programs, combining rigorous academics with hands-on learning to meet your educational and career goals.

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Two campuses.

Endless possibilities.


Grand Valley State University offers two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale serves as the university’s academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. Meanwhile, the City Campus, located in downtown Grand Rapids (Michigan’s second-largest city) includes the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses, and hosts many professional programs such as business, engineering, and health care. 

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GVSU Police Academy Graduates on stage

GVSU Police Academy celebrates 57th graduating class on Valley Campus

After 17 weeks of training, the Grand Valley State University Police Academy's summer cadre celebrated their graduation. The academy's 24 recruits, their instructors and their families filled the Louis Armstrong Theatre on August 26.

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Move-In 2026: Lakers return, boost campus vibrancy

Students settled in with plenty of support.

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Aiming high: Lakers football opens 2026 season

For full coverage of GVSU football, including broadcast info, news, features, highlights, press conferences and more, follow @GVSUFootball on social media and on the GVSU Athletics website.

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10 things every new Laker must know

As students head back to campus and GVSU comes to life, here are 10 things that every incoming Laker should know.

Events

Trivia with SASC Success Coaches
Trivia with SASC Success Coaches
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Come play trivia and games with SASCs Success Coaches. Win prizes and tools to set yourself up for success this fall!

Craft with Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Craft with Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Get Crafty with Campus Activities Board (CAB)! Kick off the semester by creating something uniquely Laker! Join CAB to make your own GVSU-themed pennant to decorate your residence hall room or apartment, or design custom GVSU-inspired bracelets and key...

Fieldhouse Arena Open House
Fieldhouse Arena Open House
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Grand Valley State Athletics has completed renovations to Fieldhouse Arena, bringing new amenities and an enhanced fan experience to the home of GVSU basketball, volleyball and wrestling. Fans are invited to experience the newly renovated Fieldhouse Ar...

North Neighborhood Party
North Neighborhood Party
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Get ready to kick off the school year with Housing t want to miss!

Band and Orchestra Auditions (OPEN TO ALL GVSU STUDENTS)
Band and Orchestra Auditions (OPEN TO ALL GVSU STUDENTS)
Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
Time: All Day

We are excited that you are interested in making music with us at GVSU! All Music Ensembles at GVSU are open to all GVSU students, regardless of major.Sign up to audition for Wind Symphony and Symphony Orchestra---------Friday, August 28 - PAC 1515 - F...

Academic Calendar

Fall 2026

Registration Drop and Add

March 23 - August 31

Classes Begin

August 31

Last day to Add, Register, or Pay

September 4 by 5:00 pm

100% Tuition Refund Deadline

September 4 by 5:00 pm

Labor Day Recess

September 6 - 7

75% Tuition Refund Deadline

September 25 by 5:00 pm

Credit/No Credit Deadline

September 25 by 5:00 pm

Mid-term Evaluations

October 12 - 16

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