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Grand Valley State University

Allendale, Michigan · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,840

Acceptance Rate

95%

Graduation Rate

67%

Annual Tuition

$14,628

At a Glance

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Total Students

19,073

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Retention Rate

77%

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Faculty Ratio

15

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Financial Aid

49%

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Median Debt

$24,500

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Grand Valley State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 94.7% and a student population of 19,073. The university's retention rate is 76.7%, and its graduation rate is 67.4%. The median debt for graduates is $24,500, and 48.6% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $43,193. Five years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $47,840, and ten years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $56,118. In-state tuition costs $14,628.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$43k

1 YEAR

$48k

5 YEARS

$56k

10 YEARS

Top 41% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Grand Valley State University alumni earn a median salary of $43,193. Five years post-graduation, median earnings increase to $47,840, and after ten years, median earnings reach $56,118. The median debt for graduates is $24,500. Nearly half of the students, 48.6%, receive financial aid.

Grand Valley State University has a high acceptance rate of 94.7%. The university's graduation rate is 67.4%, and the retention rate is 76.7%. The in-state tuition cost is $14,628.

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Campus Location

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Allendale, Michigan

Allendale, MI 49401-9403

Grand Valley State University is located in Allendale, Michigan. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Valley State University has an acceptance rate of 95%.