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Grand View University

Des Moines, IA·Private·~99% acceptance

Grand View University is a private university in Des Moines, IA. Admissions are accessible, with about 99% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $21,774 per year after financial aid. About 55% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $52,824 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$21,774/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $48,522
Aid cuts ~$26,748/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Jul 17, 2026

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Admissions
GPA range3.13–3.63
SAT (middle 50%)920–1080
ACT (middle 50%)17–22
Test policyRequired
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
55%
graduation rate
70%
freshman retention
$47,582
median earnings, 6yr
$52,824
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Grand View University's acceptance rate?
Grand View University admits about 99% of applicants.
How much does Grand View University cost?
At Grand View University, the average net price after aid is about $21,774 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $48,522 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Grand View University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 920–1080 on the SAT and 17–22 on the ACT.
What are Grand View University's application deadlines?
Grand View University's deadline is Regular Decision around Jul 17, 2026. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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