Attention Georgia Students
Welcome to Grand Valley State University
Discover Grand Valley State University
- An affordable option for Georgia residents. Georgia residents who file the FAFSA by March 1 may be elligible to recieve a merit scholarship worth $6,000+*
- Two unique campus experiences in a thriving region. Our beautiful Valley Campus offers a vibrant and traditional college experience, while our City Campus in Grand Rapids (Michigan's 2nd largest city) offers a professional experience near valuable internships and co-ops.
- A big university with a small school feel. You get the name recognition and resources of a large institution, with the intimate experience a smaller school provides.
- Professors who invest in your success. They will know you by name and take your education beyond the classroom.
Explore GVSU and find out why Georgia students are choosing us to help them turn their What If into What Is.
*Georgia students with a 3.3+ GPA may qualiy for merit scholarship. Visit our Financial Aid site for details.
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94% of GVSU graduates are employed. 44% of those who graduated in four years or fewer had no debt.
GVSU is a Smart Investment for Georgia Residents
With one of the lowest tuition rates among Michigan’s public universities, GVSU offers total annual costs that are lower than many academically comparable schools in Georgia. Georgia residents automatically receive the GVSU Out-of-State Scholarship, worth $6,000, and there are even more scholarship opportunities available on our Financial Aid and Scholarships page.
Plus Grand Valley makes it even easier to plan ahead for graduate school. Tuition for all graduate programs is the same for in-state and out-of-state students, giving you more value and flexibility as you take the next step in your education.
From the Valley to the City
Grand Valley State University offers two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale serves as the university’s academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. Meanwhile, the City Campus, located in downtown Grand Rapids (Michigan’s second-largest city) includes the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses, and hosts many professional programs such as business, engineering, and health care. All campuses are connected by the Laker Line, which is a free bus system for GVSU students.
Valley Campus
City Campus - Health
City Campus - Pew
A Beautiful State in a Thriving Region.
Our campuses are in the heart of a thriving West Michigan economy and our long-standing partnerships with the region’s businesses -- including more than 130 international companies -- provide students and graduates opportunities in a variety of industries from health professions to engineering to entrepreneurship and more.
Grand Rapids was ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report. The City Campus is located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, just 13 miles to the east. The Valley Campus is located in Allendale, which is a short drive (or free bus ride) from Grand Rapids. Lake Michigan and it's resort towns and sandy beaches are 30 minutes to the west, providing Grand Valley students the best of both worlds.
Grand Rapids' Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) has year-round direct flights to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Big University. Small School Feel.
Grand Valley blends the robust resources and name recognition of a big university with the intimate and engaging educational experience you find at smaller schools. You'll be a part of a community where you're seen and supported, with direct access to
- dedicated faculty;
- state-of-the-art academic spaces;
- one-on-one peer tutoring and advising;
- a robust suite of wellness resources;
- and a vibrant student life.
Grand Valley's campus culture is built around connection, creativity, and opportunity, making sure your college experience will be both personal and powerful.
Our Professors Love to Teach
Grand Valley's faculty members are accomplished scholars who offer the kind of expertise that will distinguish your learning experience.
What sets them apart is how much they love to teach and their commitment to you.
That kind of commitment means they'll focus on your individual needs, empower you, and guide you through the kind of research experience only available to graduate students at other universities.
A business student chatting with her professor between classes.
Turn Your Passion Into a Profession
- Over 300 academic programs
- 38 combined degrees that can save you time and money if you plan to get your master's degree
- Students have access to study abroad programs in more than 80 countries, and Grand Valley is one of the top universities in the nation for the number of students who study abroad
- 400+ student clubs and organizations
Are You an Adult Student?
If so, we have fast and affordable online bachelor's degree completion programs that will help you advance in your current job or provide opportunities for new careers.
Our Lifelong Educational Attainment for Determined Students (LEADS) program is an online accelerated bachelor's degree program especially for busy adults.
- Earn a bachelor’s in Integrative Studies degree PLUS an online certificate in one of five high demand areas – leadership, data analytics, project management, business fundamentals, or global communications (these certificates can also be completed on their own)
- 6-week classes
- This entire accelerated bachelor’s degree program can be completed online
Want a closer look?
You can explore Grand Valley at your convenience with our VR compatible tours.
And we would love for you to experience GVSU for yourself by scheduling a visit. We're a quick plane ride away!
Take a VR compatible virtual tour of the Valley Campus in Allendale.
Take a VR compatible virtual tour of the City Campus in Grand Rapids.