Visiting campus is the best way for prospective students to experience the Laker Effect.
Use our searchable database to find your acadmic program.
Use our cost calculator to estimate how much your GVSU education will cost.
Incoming Freshman and Transfer Student merit scholarships, based on academic performance, awarded upon admission to GVSU.
Explore all 5 housing style options and view housing rates.
Applying to Grand Valley is the first step in becoming a Laker!
Why choose GVSU?
More than 22,000 students have chosen to study at Grand Valley, making us one of the largest universities in Michigan. We're big enough to have the impact of a major university and small enough to give you the support and resources you need to move forward and succeed.
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PASSIONATE ABOUT TEACHING
Professors are teachers and mentors in the classroom, paying attention to individual needs, helping students build confidence, and fulfill their potential. -
LEARN WITH HONORS
The Frederik Meijer Honors College offers a vibrant learning community and extraordinary opportunities for academically motivated students. -
WEST MICHIGAN'S UNIVERSITY
Our campuses are in the heart of a thriving West Michigan economy, where grads can fill the needs of local, regional, national, and international businesses. -
BUILT FOR YOUR SUCCESS
Our beautiful and state-of-the-art buildings and welcoming campuses set the standard for excellence in promoting your academic success. -
THE INVESTMENT OF A LIFETIME
It's not just that 90 percent of recent Grand Valley graduates are employed or pursuing advanced degrees, they're making a powerful difference in our communities all their lives. -
LIBERAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION
An education that teaches you to ask why as well as how separates Grand Valley from schools that focus on just getting your first job. Your Grand Valley education will serve you for a lifetime.
Tuition & Aid
GVSU is one of the most affordable colleges in Michigan. Visit our tuition page to better understand our tuition and costs and explore the financial aid and scholarships site to find out how we can meet your needs.
Live On Campus
Lakers live on campus! Learn more about our modern housing styles in Allendale and Grand Rapids, life on campus, and our living/learning communities, including the Frederik Meijer Honors College.
Learn More
Explore Grand Valley's selection of majors, minors, and certificates in more than 300 areas of study, including combined degree programs, then select the one that's right for you!
Three Unique Campuses
Our main campus in Allendale.
The Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids campus.
Our Health Campus on Grand Rapids' "Health Hill".
You can explore all three of our campuses on our NEW interactive campus map.