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Buena Vista University

Storm Lake, Iowa · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,572

Acceptance Rate

72%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$40,190

At a Glance

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Total Students

1,378

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Retention Rate

76%

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Faculty Ratio

13

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Financial Aid

69%

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Median Debt

$25,000

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Buena Vista University is a private, non-profit institution with 1,378 students. The university has a 71.8% acceptance rate and a 76.3% retention rate. The graduation rate is 52.3%. The in-state tuition cost is $40,190, and 68.8% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $41,622. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $43,572, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $49,156. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$42k

1 YEAR

$44k

5 YEARS

$49k

10 YEARS

Top 57% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Buena Vista University graduates earn a median salary of $41,622. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $43,572. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $49,156. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Buena Vista University has a student body of 1,378 students. The university has a 71.8% acceptance rate and a 52.3% graduation rate. The retention rate is 76.3%. The in-state tuition is $40,190, and 68.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Storm Lake, Iowa

Storm Lake, IA 50588

Buena Vista University is located in Storm Lake, Iowa. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Buena Vista University has an acceptance rate of 72%.