General Information

Location:
Allendale, Michigan, 49401

General Info:
(616) 331-2020

Website:
www.gvsu.edu

Type:
4-year, Public

Awards offered:
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor's Degree
Master's Degree
Post Bachelor's Degree
Post Master's Degree

Campus setting:
Rural: Fringe

Campus housing:
Yes

Student population:
23,464 (19,806 undergraduate)

Nickname:
GVSU

Mascot:
Lakers


Admissions Department: admissions.gvsu.edu/admissions/

Financial Aid Office: www.gvsu.edu/financialaid/

Apply Online: admissions.gvsu.edu/admissions/application/apply.asp

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.

Special Learning Opportunities
Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college

Student Services
Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children

Credit Accepted
Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits

Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)

Religious Affiliation
Not applicable

Federal Aid
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).

Undergraduate Student Age
24 and under: 89% 25 and over: 11%