Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Des Moines, Iowa |
| Online | grandview.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Grand View University, situated in the capital city of Des Moines, Iowa, is a private, not-for-profit institution founded in 1896 by the Danish Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The university's urban campus offers a blend of traditional and modern architecture, including residence halls for students who wish to live on campus. Known for a broad liberal arts education, Grand View provides a variety of undergraduate programs with a notable emphasis on business, nursing, and education. The university maintains a moderately selective admissions process. While Grand View does have an athletic program, it is not particularly renowned for its sports teams, which are known as the Vikings.
In the most recent statistical year 1,886 prospective students applied, and 1,856 were granted admission. Of those admitted 331 enrolled in the school. 1,524 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 303 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $31,418 plus fees of $650. Grand View University is ranked 884 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Grand View University is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Grand View University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#884 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#541 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Colleges in Iowa
#15 in Best Private Colleges in Iowa
#22 in Best Value Colleges in Iowa
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 920/1080 |
| ACT | 17/22 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $650 |
| Room and Board | $10,956 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,150 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,374 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Business | 17% |
| Education | 8% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024