Buena Vista University
Overview
Student Population
1,846| Location | Storm Lake, Iowa |
| Online | bvu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Storm Lake, Iowa, Buena Vista University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA) faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,055 prospective students applied, and 1,174 were granted admission. Of those admitted 201 enrolled in the school. 1,405 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 441 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $34,004 plus fees of $0. Buena Vista University is ranked 565 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Easy| SAT | 920/1140 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$34,004| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $999 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $9,538 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,267 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,808 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$41,200 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
55% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| General Studies | 18% |
| Education | 14% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=153001 IPEDS survey data for Buena Vista University.
