Grand View University

  • 4/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 0 reviews
#15 Best Private Colleges in Iowa
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,856
Grand View University overview
  • Location Des Moines, Iowa
  • Website grandview.edu
  • Type Private 4 Year
  • Setting Midsize City
  • Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Grand View University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Grand View University, a private liberal arts institution affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is situated in Des Moines, Iowa's capital city. The 50-acre urban campus is located in the city's east side neighborhood, combining historic buildings with modern academic facilities. Founded in 1896 by Danish immigrants, Grand View maintains selective admission standards and offers undergraduate programs across more than 40 areas of study, with particular emphasis on nursing, business, education, and athletic training. The university houses students in traditional residence halls and apartment-style living arrangements, while competing in the Heart of America Athletic Conference as the Vikings in NAIA Division I athletics, where it has established a strong presence in wrestling and competitive cheer.

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Ratings

Grand View University is rated within the lower 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    4 out of 10
  • Academics
    2 out of 10
  • Resources
    5 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    5 out of 10
  • Value
    2 out of 10
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Rankings

Rankings for Grand View University within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
Grand View University admission standards
  • GPA 3.3

Acceptance Rate

99.1%
Grand View University applications overview
  • Applications Due Aug 15, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 20.9%
  • Application Fee $0

Applicant Competition Very Low

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$34,762
Costs for Grand View University
Fee Cost
Tuition $34,762
Books and Supplies $1,296
Other Fees $650
Room and Board $13,912
Budget for Other Expenses $4,470
Total One Year Cost $55,090
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$43,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

41% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Grand View University are Health Professions, Business, and Education. 18% of students major in Health Professions, 17% in Business, and 8% in Education.

  • Health Professions 18%
  • Business 17%
  • Education 8%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 8%
  • Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 8%
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Last updated: August 2026