Admissions - Grand Valley State University

Experience Grand Valley

The Admissions Office is available to answer calls Monday-Friday from 8-5

Please email or call the Admissions Office at admissions@gvsu.edu or 616-331-2025 or 800-748-0246

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Stay in the loop and follow us on social media for the latest news from Admissions and around the university. Get connected and request info on specific academic programs and admissions events.

Visit Campus

Visiting campus is the best way for prospective students and their families to experience the Laker Effect in person. Take a tour, meet with an admissions counselor, and find answers to your questions about Grand Valley.

Apply

Applying to Grand Valley is the first step in becoming a Laker! We accept applications year around, and begin admitting new students on a first-come, first-served basis for the following fall semester in August.

300+ Areas of Study

Explore Grand Valley's selection of majors, minors, and certificates in more than 300 areas of study, including combined degree programs, then select the one that's right for you!

WHY

Choose GVSU?

More than 25,000 students have chosen to study at Grand Valley, making us one of the largest universities in Michigan. We're big enough to have the impact of a major university and small enough to give you the support and resources you need to move forward and succeed.

BUILT FOR YOUR SUCCESS

Our beautiful and state-of-the-art buildings and welcoming campuses set the standard for excellence in promoting your academic success.

THE INVESTMENT OF A LIFETIME

It's not just that 94 percent of recent Grand Valley graduates are employed or pursuing advanced degrees, they're making a powerful difference in our communities all their lives.

PASSIONATE ABOUT TEACHING

Professors are teachers and mentors in the classroom, paying attention to individual needs, helping students build confidence, and fulfill their potential.