Des Moines, IA

Grand View University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Grand View University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Des Moines, IA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Grand View University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

99% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 1,426 applied, 1,413 accepted, and 295 enrolled in Grand View.
120 men and 175 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $34,762 for undergraduate programs and $9,550 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.92% compared to last year at Grand View University.

Financial Aid

1,509 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $20,169.
For freshmen, 330 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $23,959.

Student Population

A total of 1,856 students enrolled Grand View in 2025.
By gender, 779 men and 1,077 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,500 undergraduate and 356 graduate students.

59 Major Programs

  • 23 programs through online
  • 7 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Grand View is 54% and the transfer-out rate is 21%.
The retention rate is 70% for full-time and 70% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
54%
Transfer-out Rate
21%
Retention Rate
70%
Students to Faculty Ratio
12 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 187 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Grand View and the average faculty salary is $67,739. The studetns to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.
There are 344 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $60,872.
Number of Faculties
187
Average Faculty Salary
$67,739
Number of Staffs
344
Average Staff Salary
$60,872

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries