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We offer two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale is our academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. The City Campus in downtown Grand Rapids includes both the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses and hosts our business, engineering, and health care professional programs. 

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Fall 2026

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

Mid-term Grades Due from Faculty

October 20 by 12:00 pm

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October 22

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October 25 - 27

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November 13 by 5:00 pm

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November 25 - 29

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Laker Con 2026
Laker Con 2026
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: All Day
Women's Rugby vs SVSU
Women's Rugby vs SVSU
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Climbing Skills Series: Knots
Climbing Skills Series: Knots
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
GVSU Women's Softball Alumni Weekend 2026!
GVSU Women's Softball Alumni Weekend 2026!
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 1:45 p.m.
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