About Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley State University was founded in 1960 as a public university. It follows a semester-based academic calendar. It is immediately outside the Grand Rapids metropolitan area, Michigan's second-largest metropolitan area. Despite being one of the top 100 universities in the United States by enrollment, Grand Valley strives to make liberal education the foundation for all of its academic programmes.

During an event called 'Grounds Life Night,' freshmen are introduced to over 400 student clubs, allowing them to explore the many options for extracurricular activities. Around 5% of the undergraduate population is involved in Greek life, and there are over 20 different sections to choose from. The Grand Valley State Lakers compete in NCAA Division II as members of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The university's sports success goes unnoticed, and it has earned the Director's Cup as the best NCAA Division II athletic programme in the country several times. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Health Professions and Related Programs, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, and Psychology are among the most popular majors at Grand Valley State University.

Why Grand Valley State University?

• Students attend university to shape their lives, vocations, and society.
• Through great teaching, vigorous study, and public service, the university contributes to the betterment of society.
• Grand Valley State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution.
• GVSU values diversity and promotes educational and job opportunities.
• GVSU is dedicated to safeguarding the constitutional and statutory civil rights of its employees and students.

Grand Valley State University Tuition Fees

Grand Valley State University Entry Requirements

Grand Valley State University International Admissions

The application process is the same for both foreign and domestic candidates. Other particular conditions must also be met by foreign candidates.

Candidates should fill up the GVSU International Application Form on the official website.

Application Fees: 30 USD (credit card or money order)

Grand Valley State University Admission Requirements:

• Your complete Application
• Original, attested of all academic records from all secondary schools and/or university (the documents should be in english or translated to english by a certified translator)
• TOEFL, ILET and/or PTE test scores
• Scores of Standardized Exams to study in the USA
• A 2 page essay answering “How my personal experience and cultural heritage has shaped the person I am today and how those experiences can impact Grand Valley”
• Essay and/or SOP for US
• Letters of recommendation to study in US
• Sometimes candidates may be invited for interview
• Affidavit of Support (I-134)
• Copy of Passport
• Students need to send an official transcript from every undergraduate and graduate school granting the student a certificate.

Transcripts can be sent to:

Admissions Office
300 Student Services Building
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan 49401

Grand Valley State University English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International applicants are required to present TOEFL, ESL and/or SAT scores to demonstrate English proficiency. The minimum required scores by the university are:

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Grand Valley State University Cost of Attendance

Tuition costs and additional fees, such as books, lodging charge, and others, determine the college's projected fee.

Without financial aid, the total charge is around 24,948 USD, with the tuition fee being 12,484 USD and the other fee being 12,464 USD. With financial aid, the average price is 16,975 USD.

The following table shows the anticipated budget for studying in the United States, which includes the cost of living for international graduate and undergraduate students:

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