Grand Valley State University (GVSU, GV, or Grand Valley) is a public university in Allendale, Michigan. It was established in 1960 and its main campus is situated on 1,322 acres (5.35 km2) approximately 12 miles (19 km) west of Grand Rapids.The university also offers classes at a campus in downtown Grand Rapids, its international campus in Holland, and through Traverse City established in cooperation with local community colleges.
GVSU is a comprehensive coeducational university serving nearly 25,000 students as of fall 2018, from all 83 Michigan counties and dozens of other states and foreign countries. It is one of America's 100 largest universities, and employs more than 3,000 people with about 1,780 academic faculty and 1,991 support staff.The university has alumni in all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and 25 countries.
GVSU's NCAA Division II sports teams are called the Lakers, and compete in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) in all 19 intercollegiate varsity sports. They have won 20 NCAA Division II National Championships since 2002 in seven different sports.
More than 25,000 students have chosen to study at Grand Valley, making us one of the largest universities in Michigan. We're big enough to have the impact of a major university and small enough to give you the support and resources you need to move forward and succeed.
LIVE LIKE A LAKER
Some of the newest living centers in the state are just one important part of a vibrant and diverse campus life experience. Whatever your interests, it's easy to get involved.
THE WORLD IS OUR CLASSROOM
Grand Valley is ranked 7th in the nation for study abroad participation for Master's level institutions, helping students increase their cultural understanding while getting an education rich in experience and knowledge.
PASSIONATE ABOUT TEACHING
Professors are teachers and mentors in the classroom, paying attention to individual needs, helping students build confidence, and fulfill their potential.
