Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001867
- Phone: (641) 784-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (515) 263-2810
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
95.87%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
20FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$16,324Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Grand View University
1 University Place, Lamoni, IA
Grand View University provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Des Moines, IA and operated as a private institution. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Grand View University exceeds two thousand yearly.
Areas of study offered at GVC include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common exam scores among applicants admitted to GVC are in the range of 19 to 23 on the ACT, or 1150 to 1410 on the SAT exam. An estimated 90 percent of all applicant were accepted at GVC, with 40 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $23,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $3,900 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
GVC offers several athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Football (NAIA Division II)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and more can be accessed on school's website at www.grandview.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Grand View University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Grand View University is around 1,900 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 17% enrolling as graduate students and 93% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $31,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Per unit charges are around $630 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $19,516 |
Receiving Student Loans | 73% | $7,341 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Grand View University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2011)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2011)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Grand View University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Football (Heart of America Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Rifle
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Grand View University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biotechnology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, C)
- Organizational Leadership (M)
- Human Resources (B, C)
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Art Therapy (C)
History
- History (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
- Graphic Design (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Grand View University.
- Simpson College in Iowa City, IA (18 miles away)
- Central College in Cedar Rapids, IA (39 miles away)
- William Penn University in Sioux City, IA (54 miles away)
- Graceland University - Lamoni in Storm Lake, IA (68 miles away)
- Wartburg College in Forest City, IA (102 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- See all colleges in Iowa
- Get a list of all private colleges in Iowa
- Review a list of Iowa Bible and Christian Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001867
- Phone: (641) 784-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (515) 263-2810