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Grand View College
1200 Grandview Ave, Des moines, 50316 -  View Map
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    Grand View is a four-year liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Founded more than 100 years ago, Grand View offers a high-quality education to a diverse student body in a career-oriented, liberal arts–grounded curriculum at three campus locations in greater Des Moines. Grand View welcomes traditional students and adult learners representing a wide range of religious and cultural backgrounds.
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School Overview:
  Grand View College
County Polk County, IA
Title IV Eligible Yes
Carnegie Classification Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges I
Institution Level 4 or more years
Institution Control Private, non-profit
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,345 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 403 students
Total Enrollment 1,748 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 550 students
Tuition $18,234
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 99 %
School Notes:
  • Grand View is a four-year liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Founded more than 100 years ago, Grand View offers a high-quality education to a diverse student body in a career-oriented, liberal arts–grounded curriculum at three campus locations in greater Des Moines. Grand View welcomes traditional students and adult learners representing a wide range of religious and cultural backgrounds.
  • At Grand View College, students find a winning combination of high-quality programs, experienced professors, and caring individuals. With 1,750 students and an average class size of 14, students get to know their professors and other students well. They learn independence and seek responsibility in Grand View's educational environment. Learning is an interactive process at Grand View—students engage in lively discussions, work on real-world projects, and participate in career-related work experiences.
  • Students are encouraged to develop leadership and team skills through involvement in campus organizations, which include intercollegiate and intramural athletics, speech and theater groups, major department clubs, student government, and the Grand View College Choir.
  • The Grand View academic purpose is to serve a diverse student body by providing a variety of learning environments and teaching techniques. Grand View provides academic support programs and services designed to enable students to master skills essential for success in college-level courses.
  • Grand View College's campus is Des Moines—and as part of the Grand View community, students are not limited by the confines of a small college or small town. In a given day, students can catch an Iowa Cubs professional baseball doubleheader, head down to the Court Avenue district for great food and nightlife, or take in a concert at the Civic Center.
  • The College and its programs are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; Consortium for Collegiate Nursing Education; the Iowa State Board of Nursing. The Grand View teacher education program is approved by the Iowa Department of Education.
  • Profile last updated: 04/23/2008.
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