Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley State University is a public university in Allendale, MI, known for its public doctoral university, health sciences focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 90%, GVSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 3,875 students each year. GVSU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 920–1030, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. GVSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,834 per year; the sticker price of $32,288 may look very different from what your family actually pays.