Grand Valley State University - Ratings, Reviews & Ranking

Allendale / Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

4.1

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Overview

4.1
out of 5

Overall Score

50%

of those seeking jobs were employed in their area of study within 6 months of graduation.

50%

say the majority of the classes record their attendance.

90.9%

say they always feel safe on Campus

Academic Staff

5 Stars 33.3%

4 Stars 58.3%

3 Stars 0%

2 Stars 8.3%

1 Star 0%

Campus Facilities

5 Stars 41.7%

4 Stars 58.3%

3 Stars 0%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Area of Study

5 Stars 41.7%

4 Stars 50%

3 Stars 8.3%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Administrative Staff

5 Stars 9.1%

4 Stars 36.4%

3 Stars 36.4%

2 Stars 9.1%

1 Star 9.1%

Sports Facilities

5 Stars 63.6%

4 Stars 27.3%

3 Stars 9.1%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Social Scene

5 Stars 16.7%

4 Stars 33.3%

3 Stars 50%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Reviews

 
Leila
Area Of Study :

  Medicine
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Graduated
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2021 

		Campus AttendedAllendale & Pew

		Specific Area of StudyMedical Laboratory Science

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?Yes

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " If I had to go to undergrad all over again I'd definitely pick the same school. The honors college is amazing, the food is pretty great, Lake Michigan is 20 minutes west and Grand rapids is 20 minutes east. Rumor is if you get hit by the bus, your tuition is free! "
					
	23 Dec 2025 

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Wes
Area Of Study :

  Arts & Humanities
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Graduated
Gender :						

 Prefer_not_to_say 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2021 

		Specific Area of StudyPsychology

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?No

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Would You Recommend This Institute?No

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Parking was impossible. Know several people that had graduation delayed due to administrative errors. You'll likely get out of the experience what you put in. It's an okay school. Hopefully parking spots have been added. "
					
	30 Jul 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Male 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2024 

		Campus AttendedAllendale & Grand Rapids (PEW)

		Specific Area of StudyMarketing

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Quality university with some challening to navigate aspects of admin. The prices are reasonable and most professors seem to have a genuine interest in their studies. Be sure to keep an eye on registration as the whole year (spring, fall, and winter) semesters are scheduled at the same time. "
					
	23 Jun 2025 

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Paul
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Male 
Started Here In :						

 2018 
Personality Type:						
		
 Extrovert 

		Campus AttendedSeidman college of Business

		Specific Area of StudyMarketing and Entrepreneurship

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?No

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?No

		Would You Recommend This Institute?No

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Latency is a real problem. Staff and professors expect a lot but don’t have the same standards for themselves. I’ve been disrespected by professors and have had exam grades not be posted for over a month. It can be hard to meet with advisors, often requiring several days to schedule an appointment (they do have drop on advising however). Almost no clubs at the business school. The course content is mostly fair and you will learn what you need to, but it’s a frustrating business college to attend. "
					
	2 Dec 2022 

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Ray
Area Of Study :

  Communication & Media
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Male 
Started Here In :						

 2019 

		Specific Area of StudyAdverting and Public Relations

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Grand Valley is a great university for a wide range of studies. GVSU is mainly focused on academics and has great resources throughout the campus. The school isn't too big and  Allendale is a safe place. "
					
	3 Jan 2022 

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