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95%
Open Admissions
67%
Graduation
About Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State University is a public four-year institution located in Allendale, Michigan. With an enrollment of approximately 19,073 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 95%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 67%. Graduates earn a median salary of $56,118 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $17,096 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
95%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
67%
Enrollment
19,073
Total students
Median Earnings
$56,118
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$14,628
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,820
Per year
Average Net Price
$17,096
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
940–1190
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
21 – 28
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
940
Median
1060
75th
1190
4001600
SAT Math
25th
460
Median
520
75th
590
200800
ACT Composite
25th
21
Median
26
75th
28
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$20,820/yr
In-State Tuition$14,628/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$17,096/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$68,384
10-Year Earnings
$561,180
ROI Multiple
8.2×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Grand Valley State University
Student Outcomes
67%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$56k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
19,073
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
