Grand View University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Des Moines, Iowa with 1,486 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, costs an average of $21,705 a year after grants and graduates 49% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Grand View University acceptance rate and admissions
Grand View University admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Grand View University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 17, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 17, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Grand View University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Grand View University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $36,136 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,290 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,220 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,705 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,705 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,515 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Grand View University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Grand View University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $58,718 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 38% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Grand View University majors and what graduates earn
Grand View University awarded bachelor's degrees in 43 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($73,047).
All 43 majors at Grand View University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Grand View University
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 39 | n/a | $34,166 |
| Education | Master's | 25 | $61,262 | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 21 | $77,683 | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,486 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Grand View University?
Grand View University admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Grand View University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $36,136. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,705 a year in 2024-25.
Is Grand View University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Grand View University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Grand View University?
49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Grand View University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $58,718 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.