Wherever you are in your higher education journey, Grand Valley State University will help prepare you for whatever is next. Our commitment to academic excellence, personal attention from first-rate faculty, and a great return on your education investment make Grand Valley a great choice no matter where you’ve been or where you’re planning to go.

If you’re a first-time college student who’s taken some time off after high school or if you’ve taken early middle college classes, you’ll find useful information on our page for incoming freshman.