Grand Valley State University

If you are applying to Grand Valley, the regular decision application deadline is May 1 and the application fee costs $30.

Grand Valley Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Grand Valley's admissions stats.

Grand Valley 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	62%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	10%
Waitlist	No

Grand Valley State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Grand Valley State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Applying Early to Grand Valley?

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Grand Valley State University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Grand Valley directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Grand Valley State University Admissions

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Transferring to Grand Valley State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Grand Valley

Grand Valley has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Grand Valley Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Grand Valley

Curious about the factors that are considered by Grand Valley during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Grand Valley for more information on admission factors.

Grand Valley Application Requirements

To apply to Grand Valley, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Grand Valley's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Grand Valley?

Students admitted to Grand Valley have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 61% submitted a class rank. At Grand Valley 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 79% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Grand Valley State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	18.78%
3.75 and 3.99	23.33%
3.50 and 3.74	20.44%
3.25 and 3.49	15.38%
3.00 and 3.24	12.11%
2.50 and 2.9	9.59%
2.00 and 2.49	0.37%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Grand Valley directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Grand Valley considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Grand Valley is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 62% of Grand Valley's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 10% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Grand Valley?

To be competitive with other Grand Valley applicants, you should aim to score between 1010 and 1230 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Grand Valley 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1230 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Grand Valley students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Grand Valley students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Grand Valley?

To be most competitive at Grand Valley, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Grand Valley's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Grand Valley students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Grand Valley State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Grand Valley.

Transfer students can enroll in Grand Valley during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Grand Valley Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Grand Valley?

❌ Students who are admitted to Grand Valley must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Grand Valley accept transfer credits?

✅ Grand Valley accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Grand Valley accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Grand Valley accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Grand Valley does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Grand Valley?

❌ No, Grand Valley is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Grand Valley's acceptance rate?

✅ Grand Valley's acceptance rate is 92%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Grand Valley?

🟨 Grand Valley may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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