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Is GVSU a Good School for the Money?

Top 15% National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$116,417 Avg Total Cost

Grand Valley State University Value Report

Is a GVSU degree worth it? Only you know for sure, but College Factual's value analysis can help answer that question. Keep reading for more.

Very Good Value Nationwide

Top 15% National Value
Top 15% National Quality
Bargain Price

Grand Valley State University is ranked #332 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Ranked #332 out of 2223 in the nation for value, Grand Valley State University is underpriced by our estimation and is a great value.

National Value Ranking  332 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  85.19 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

That Degree May Cost You $116,417 in Total

On average, a bachelor's degree from GVSU will cost you about $116,417. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $25,813 and a typical 4.51 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$25,813
Average Years to Graduate4.51
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$116,417

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average GVSU student takes 4.51 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your GVSU degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$88,549 In-State With Aid
$135,336 Avg Cost No Aid
4.51 Years to Graduate

The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how GVSU value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$135,336#0F
All Students$116,417#332A
Only Students Receiving Aid$106,229#864B-
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$117,657#F
All Students$98,737#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$88,549#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Michigan.

About 90% of GVSU students receive financial aid. Get more details on what GVSU financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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