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Programs

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MBSAC event with students and instructors.

Laker Open House

Join us for an information-packed day on campus. Take part in a dynamic array of events and learn about our campus, majors, and our community.

Get Free Grand Valley Tuition

The GV Pledge makes a first-class education accessible for students with limited family assets.

Marketing and Branding Student Advisory Council

The MBSAC is a way for students to gain professional experience and provide feedback on university marketing tactics. The next opportunity to participate is September 29. Sign up now!

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Grand Valley offers over 350 programs, combining rigorous academics with hands-on learning to meet your educational and career goals.

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Two campuses.

Endless possibilities.

Grand Valley State University offers two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale serves as the university’s academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. Meanwhile, the City Campus, located in downtown Grand Rapids (Michigan’s second-largest city) includes the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses, and hosts many professional programs such as business, engineering, and health care.

148,109

Alumni

80+

Study Abroad Programs

2,300,300

Titles Held at Library

350+

Student Organizations

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News

GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what disease outbreaks reveal about public health

Ronke Olawale, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, discusses what the cyclosporiasis and Ebola outbreaks reveal about disease prevention, health care access and the importance of understanding the social and environmental factors that shape public health.

The blue GVSU letters are in the foreground on the Valley Campus and the Cook Carillon Tower is in the background.

GVSU’s incoming students reflect expanding access, diverse pathways and growing transfer enrollment

More than 5,300 new undergraduate students are joining GVSU.

Gustavo Alonzo, a member of the GVSU Boxing Club, laughs while encouraging a student to try out punching gloves during Campus Life Night.

National award recognizes GVSU's commitment to belonging

GVSU received an Insight Into Academia award for dedication to academic excellence and belonging.

Biologist Leroy Hood discusses his research during a Tech Week event at Grand Valley.

GVSU, renowned biologist explore what’s next in healthcare

The goal for future healthcare systems will be defined by the four P’s — predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory — according to biologist Leroy Hood.

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Events

Free Play 54: Timothy McAllister & Liz Ames

Monday, September 21, 2026

7:30 p.m.

Timothy McAllister, saxophone, and Liz Ames, piano, present a dynamic program of recent music.Timothy McAllister is one of the world's leading classical saxophonists, internationally acclaimed for his virtuosic performances, Grammy-winning recordings,...

Oktoberfest at Fresh

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

11:00 a.m.

Celebrate Oktoberfest at Fresh Food Co with a special themed menu. Available starting at 11am, while supplies last. Soft Pretzel Bar Sauerbraten Potato Pancakes Hearty Mashed Potatoes Bavarian Cabbage Roasted Broccoli Black Forest Cupcake Dijon Apple C...

Turning Tuesday Kickoff!

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join us for the Turning Tuesday Kickoff and celebrate the moments, people, and experiences that turn your what if into what is at GVSU!

Virtual Information Session: Gilman Scholarship (competitive award for study abroad)

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Gilman deadline is approaching! Now is the time to craft, reflect and revise your essay drafts. This is a time for you to brainstorm content, outline and discuss. By joining you will be taking steps toward a successful application. The IIE Gilman i...