Overview
Student Population
| Location | Storm Lake, Iowa |
| Online | bvu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| 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 1,787 prospective students applied, and 995 were granted admission. Of those admitted 229 enrolled in the school. 1,234 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 629 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $36,426 plus fees of $0.
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Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.45 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,190 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $9,537 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,420 |
| Total One Year Cost | $49,573 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular 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.
Current students may use the Buena Vista University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.