2026-2027 GVSU Campus Visit (Fall 2026 Semester)

Each year the GVSU DEISS is pleased to welcome students from the charter schools it authorizes to GVSU's main campus. GVSU DEISS tours usually last longer than typical campus tours because they take a deep exploration into what is happening at the university and are lead by current college students who are passionate about sharing their experiences with the students. We strongly believe that students who step foot on campus and see people who are representative of them succeeding can better envision themselves attending college.

The GVSU DEISS fall semester campus visits are open to 11th through 12th grade students. However, we encourage schools to prioritize bringing their seniors to campus during the Fall Semester to help prepare them for making their post-secondary plans and decisions. If possible, please plan to bring your 8th grade and 11th grade students to campus during the Spring semester to provide more availability for groups of seniors in the Fall. Please complete the form below to apply for a campus visit spot.

If you have any questions, please contact Shelby Powell, at [email protected].

Primary Contact Information

Primary Contact: Should be the individual responsible for scheduling the campus visit and who will be responsible for communication, transportation details, coordinating the completion of student surveys and waivers, and all other details to prepare for the visit. Will receive a confirmation email containing pertinent details for the campus visit.

Primary Contact's First Name *

Primary Contact's Last Name *

Primary Contact's Email Address *

Primary Contact's Email Address (Confirmation)

Primary Contact's Phone Number *

Will the primary contact be present day-of for the campus visit? *

Day of Contact's First Name *

Day of Contact's Last Name *

Day of Contact's Email Address *

Day of Contact's Email Address (Confirmation)

Day of Contact's Phone Number *

Secondary Contact Information

Secondary Contact: Should be an individual who is familiar with the planning details and can answer any questions regarding the visit. Will receive a confirmation email containing pertinent details for the campus visit.

Secondary Contact's First Name

Secondary Contact's Last Name

Secondary Contact's Email Address

Secondary Contact's Email Address (Confirmation)

Secondary Contact's Phone Number

Will the secondary contact be present day-of for the campus visit? *

School Details

What grade do you plan to bring? *

School Name *

Approximately how many students will be attending? (Maximum of 75) *
Please enter a number between 1 and 75.

Approximately how many chaperones will be attending? (Preferred minimum of 1 chaperone per 10 students) *
Please enter a number between 1 and 10.

12th Grade Campus Visit On-Site Admissions

If you are bringing Seniors for a campus visit experience, we offer the option to do an on-site admission during the visit. This experience will provide students with the opportunity to learn if they have been accepted to Grand Valley State University while on campus!

Would you like to request an on-site admissions experience for your 12th grade Campus Visit? *

12th Grade On-Site Requirements

If you are bringing Seniors for a campus visit experience, we offer the option to do an on-site admission during the visit. In order for this to be possible, you will need to have the following tasks completed no later than 2 weeks prior to your visit to ensure our admissions partners have enough time to review applications and make admission decisions.

Email a list of the first and last names of all students planning on attending the campus visit and participating in the on-site admission to Shelby Powell at [email protected].
Ensure every student participating in the on-site has completed a GVSU admission application.
Submit transcripts for all students who have completed their GVSU admissions application through Parchment, Naviance, or SCOIR. Official copies can be directed to [email protected]u.

I understand the requirements for a 12th grade campus visit on-site admission. *

What questions or concerns do you have regarding the requirements for a 12th grade campus visit on-site admission? *

Date Selection

Please be sure to select all dates below that work for you. You will receive an email once we have confirmed one of your selected dates and will provide all details you will need to prepare.

Be sure to reference your school calendar when selecting dates and ensuring that there are no events interfering with the scheduling of your visit such as:

Count Day
Professional Development
No school
Testing
Invited Speakers
Other Scheduled Field Trips

Campus Visits follow a structured, set schedule beginning with an arrival time of 9:30AM and departure time of 2:00PM. Campus Visits will take place on the GVSU Valley Campus in Allendale, Michigan. If your group requires an alternative arrival or departure time of your visit, please contact the DEISS Charter Through College Team.

Additional dates available for middle schools:
Wednesday, September 30th, 2026
Wednesday, November 11th, 2026
No options remain, or the remaining options do not work with our schedule.

Additional dates available for high schools:
Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
No options remain, or the remaining options do not work with our schedule.

Transportation

GVSU will reimburse up to $1,000 of transportation costs. Will you require bus reimbursement? *

I understand that in order to receive a reimbursement of up to $1,000 of transportation costs, I must ensure that my students have completed the pre- and post-survey and must submit a transportation reimbursement form. *

What questions or concerns do you have regarding the requirements for bus reimbursement? *

Campus Visit Program Expectations

I understand that...

I am responsible for confirming our scheduled campus visit with the DEISS Charter Through College team once I have read the confirmation email that will be sent to me, detailing the pre- and post-surveys, arrival information, parking pass information, communication details, and more.
I am responsible for coordinating transportation to campus and completing the bus reimbursement form that will be sent to me in a confirmation and details email.
my school staff and chaperones are responsible for correcting student behavior and implementing disciplinary actions when needed during the visit.
my school staff and chaperones must communicate with the DEISS Charter Through College team when removing students from their group (e.g., taking students to the restroom, the Laker Store, etc.) so that we can keep track of where student are on campus at all times.
if I need to reschedule or cancel our campus visit, I will communicate with the DEISS Charter Through College team in a timely manner.

I agree to the expectations listed above. *

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Additional Information & Accommodations

Is there anything else we should know about your school or your students to better prepare for your visit and ensure you have an amazing experience? *

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the forefront of our core values and mission. Are there any specific accommodations or needs we should be aware of for any of your students during this visit? *

Human Verification *

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