Turn your exploration into understanding at Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State University welcomes international students from more than 80 countries. GVSU offers undergraduate and graduate programs with dedicated support through the Padnos International Center, helping international students navigate admissions, visas, and campus life.
Undergraduate Application Requirements
Graduate Application Requirements
International Scholarship Opportunities
Get clear guidance on how to prepare and submit your undergraduate international application.
Find out what you’ll need to successfully apply to GVSU as an international graduate student.
Explore financial aid options designed to support international students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Why International Students Choose GVSU
Grand Valley is a catalyst for what could be—a place where new cultures meet, new ideas are explored, and new opportunities are ignited. Here, international students are encouraged to ask “What if?” as they discover their strengths in a community that welcomes every perspective.
Through personalized learning and a campus enriched by global viewpoints, we prepare international students to become confident, compassionate citizens of the world—ready for the futures they face and the communities they will shape. At GVSU, you’re empowered in your pursuits, your profession, and your purpose.
The Padnos Center for Global Experiences
Padnos Center for Global Experiences (PCGE) is GVSU’s dedicated hub for supporting international students, offering guidance, resources, and community throughout their time at the university. PCGE will help you navigate life at GVSU, and will be a valuable resource in serving your unique needs.
From Valley to City
Experience the best of both worlds at Grand Valley. Our vibrant Valley Campus in Allendale serves as the academic, residential, and social heart of our university, fostering a welcoming community brimming with resources and support to fuel our students’ growth.
Just a short distance away, our dynamic City Campus in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids is a launchpad for real-world impact. Home to the Robert C. Pew Campus and Health Campus and programs including business, engineering, and health care, our City Campus offers students unparalleled opportunities to turn classroom knowledge into practical experience through research, internships, and co-ops embedded in the city’s thriving professional landscape. This is where “what if” career aspirations become “what is” professional success.
Take a Virtual Tour
Bring Grand Valley to your fingertips. Our interactive panorama tours (with VR compatibility) allow you to explore our campuses from anywhere.
The Valley Campus in Allendale.
City - Robert C. Pew Campus
City - Health Campus