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Grand View University

Des Moines, IA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Admission rate
99%
Open
Average net price
$21,705
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
49%
Median earnings
$58,718
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Grand View University is a private nonprofit college in Des Moines, IA with 1,486 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $21,705 per year ($17,979 for families earning under $30,000). 49% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $58,718 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
99%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,665
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,638
Fall 2023
Yield
21%
of admitted students enrolled

What Grand View University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordNot considered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$49,220
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$36,136

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,979
  • $30–48k$23,156
  • $48–75k$17,963
  • $75–110k$19,643
  • $110k+$25,679

Get a personal estimate with Grand View University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
49%
Freshman retention
70%
Median earnings
$58,718
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,486
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
46%
  • White54%
  • Hispanic13%
  • Black10%
  • Asian4%

Grand View University FAQ

What is Grand View University's acceptance rate?+

Grand View University admits 99% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is Grand View University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Grand View University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,665 students applied to Grand View University and 1,638 were admitted; 340 enrolled.

Does Grand View University consider legacy status?+

No. Grand View University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Grand View University require an essay?+

Grand View University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Grand View University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $49,220 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,705.

What is Grand View University's graduation rate?+

49% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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