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Siena Heights University Transfer Opportunities

Grand Valley State University is here to support Siena Heights University students interested in transferring, by providing a clear, affordable and welcoming path to degree completion.

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Earn $1,000 with the Laker Lane Scholarship

First-time college students for Fall 2026 can qualify for this renewable scholarship by applying for housing, filing FAFSA, and signing up for Orientation by March 1, 2026.

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Get Free Grand Valley Tuition

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

Find Your Program

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

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Students Received Aid

96% Students Received Aid

Total Students

22,035 Total Students

Average Class Size

24 Average Class Size

Titles Held at Library

2,300,300 Titles Held at Library

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Catch a glimpse of Grand Valley through pictures.

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Winter in West Michigan: Five ways to enjoy the season

Make the most of winter with a variety of indoor and outdoor events and activities in the area.

GVSU joins celebration of America at 250 years

President Philomena V. Mantella on GRA250 steering committee

National, community leaders highlight events during MLK Commemoration Week

Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP, will kick off a week of activities.

Today, 6 PM - 7 PM

Pop-Up Pop Culture Trivia at the Library

Wednesday, 9 AM - 10 AM

Master of Public Health (MPH) Virtual Information Session

Wednesday, 11 AM - 1 PM

Wellness Wednesday - What is Stalking?

Wednesday, 4 PM - 5 PM

Get Involved in Undergraduate Research (INT 100/201 Approved)

Wednesday, 4 PM - 6 PM

Dear Data @ GVSU: Data & Doodles Kick Off

Winter 2026

Registration Drop and Add

March 17 - January 16

Last Day to Add, Register, or Pay

January 16 by 5:00 pm

100% Tuition Refund Deadline

January 16 by 5:00 pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Recess

January 19

75% Tuition Refund Deadline

February 6 by 5:00 pm

Credit/No Credit Deadline

February 6 by 5:00 pm

Mid-term Evaluations

February 23 - 27

Mid-term Grades Due from Faculty

March 3 by 12:00 pm