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Grand Valley State University

Founded: 1960 Total Students: 23,350+

Overview
Facts & Figures
Admission Requirements
Opportunities
Scholarships
Additional Info.
Features

Overview

Grand Valley State University was chartered by the Michigan legislature in 1960 in response to the need for a public, four-year college in the state's second largest metropolitan region. In spite of the fact that it is one of America's 100 biggest universities in terms of enrollment, Grand Valley endeavors to make liberal education its foundation for all of its academic programs.GVSU is a comprehensive coeducational university serving nearly 25,000 students as of fall 2018, from all 83 Michigan counties and dozens of other states and foreign countries. It is one of America's 100 largest universities, and employs more than 3,000 people with about 1,780 academic faculty and 1,991 support staff.The university has alumni in all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and 25 countriesThe university consists of eight degree-granting colleges: F.E. Seidman College of Business, College of Community and Public Services, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Seymour and Esther Padnos College of Engineering and Computing, College of Health Professions, Kirkhof College of Nursing and Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies

Programs Offered in Grand Valley State University

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Highlights

$280 million in financial aid awarded
$90 million of that aid was in the form of scholarships and grant assistance
7,392 students participating in internships, co-ops, practica, and student teaching
33,250+ employment and internship opportunities listed with GVSU Career Center
1,200 employers participated in events and on-campus interviews
Middle 50% of Fall 2020 entering class earned high school GPAs from 3.4–3.96, ACT scores of 21–27 and SAT scores of 1050 to 1230
87% of first-year students live on campus
11 dining locations
5 styles of living centers to choose from
10 theme-specific living-learning centers in Grand Rapids and Allendale

Students Life

TOTAL STUDENTS

23,350

Cost Per Year*

AVERAGE COST OF LIVING

CAD 9,000

Average Tuition Fee Per Year*

UNDERGRADUATE

CAD 19,500 - CAD 20,000

GRADUATE

CAD 12,000 - CAD 30,000

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

English Score Requirement

MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

UNDERGRADUATE

6.5

GRADUATE

6.5

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Admission Requirements

The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to the Grand Valley State University

International students are considered on a case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
Financial support statement (original bank statement and sponsor letter).
Passport identification page with machine readable code visible
Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.

Opportunities

The career and employability services at The Grand Valley State University are highly acclaimed. The university faculty aims at providing the best possible jobs and training services to their students, a few of them are:

Explore Careers and Majors
Internship and Job Search
Interviewing and Networking
Resume and Cover Letter Guide
Resources
Career Center Events
Interviewing On-Campus

Accomodation

On Campus Housing
Grand Valley State University is more than just a place to learn. It’s a place to find connections, opportunities, experience, and yourself. There’s no better way to do it all than by living on campus.

If you've lived on campus before, you understand that there is no better way to experience the Laker Effect. Grand Valley's living centers offer all the features you want with on-campus conveniences and advantages, which is why more and more students have decided to stay, and why many who left are coming back. Whether it is unique social experiences, the readily available academic resources and support, convenient dining options, or relief of paying only one bill that has you thinking about living on campus, we truly hope you stay on campus.

Living Off Campus
Students have access to alternative, private housing options near both of our Allendale and Grand Rapids campuses. These complexes are not affiliated with Grand Valley State University and will need to be contacted directly for more information. Any agreements you enter into for off campus housing are solely your responsibility.

The GVSU Office of Housing and Residence Life is not responsible for, and will not be a party to, any rental agreement established between you and any other parties. This includes, but is not limited to, landlords, other tenants, roommates, and students of GVSU. This guide from the MSU College of Law Housing Clinic may serve as a resource. Additionally, you can click here for some information on living within the code of compliance in the city of Grand Rapids. You (and your landlord) must adhere to code compliances.

Student Support

The Grand Valley State University has carved a niche for itself owing to the exceptional student services made available to the students. There are a vast number of student services available at The Grand Valley State University, which help the students both old and new in numerous different ways. The following are a few of them:

Career Center
Disability Support Resources (DSR)
Division of Inclusion and Equity
Financial Aid
Housing
Intersections: An Initiate of the Social Justice Centers
Office of Multicultural Affairs
Padnos International Center (PIC)
Registrar
Replenish: A food resource for students
University Counseling Center

Scholarships

For Undergraduate:

Guaranteed Scholarship__ 6000$ for all the international students
International Merit Scholarship: $2,500 to $10,000. Scholarship decisions are based on a review of the information in the application, including an essay, academic information,
and extracurricular activities. Students who submit an application for fall admission by February 1 are eligible for this scholarship. Only students on F1 status are eligible for this scholarship

For Graduate:

We have kept in state tuition fee for all the students (kind of inbuilt scholarship).
We do have graduate assistantships through which students can work on campus.

Features of Grand Valley State University

Academic Counseling

Accomodation (On Campus)

Campus Security

Campus Shuttle

Career Support

Day Care Centers

Financial Assistance

Food & Dining Sevices

Health Insurance

Internet Services

IT Services Helpdesk

Library Services

Mental Health Services

Orientation for new students

Parking and Transit

Recruitment Services

Social and Cultural Events

Sports & Recreation Facilities

Student Club and Socities

Student Leaderships

Student Unions and Associations

Study & Work Permit

Work While Studying

Student Learning Centre

Women Safety and Resources Centre

International Student Life Centre

Academic/Career Portals

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Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Public Relations

Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Tuition Fee: CAD 20,750.00/year
Processing Time: 28 Days
Program Intake:
Aug 2025,Jan 2026
May 2024, Aug 2024, Jan 2025, May 2025

Application Fee:
CAD 0.00 FREE
Living Cost: CAD 0.00/year
Program Length: 48 Months
PG Work Permit

Overview

Programs Offered in Grand Valley State University

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Students Life

Cost Per Year*

Average Tuition Fee Per Year*

English Score Requirement

Admission Requirements

Opportunities

Accomodation

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