Grand Valley State University overview

Q. What is the main USP of the Grand Valley State University?

Grand Valley State University is known for its teachings, wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses, interactive student body, very comfortable environment, and for providing the best career experience among private colleges in the region.

Q. What is the ranking of Grand Valley State University?

Grand Valley State University is ranked #263 among #443 national colleges by US News and World Report. The college is ranked #481 nationally by Forbes. The university is ranked 600+ by Times Higher Education.

 Q. How many students study at Grand Valley State University?

There are over 24,000 students studying at Grand Valley State University.

 Q. Who are the top Alumni of Grand Valley State University?

The top alumni of Grand Valley State University include

• Howard Bailey - former Detroit Tigers pitcher
• Brandon Barnes - former offensive lineman for the NFL 
• John R. Beyrle - United States Ambassador 
• Greg Cadaret - former Major League Baseball player
• Brian Calley - Michigan House of Representatives and banker 
• Jeff Chadwick - former NFL player 
• The Crane Wives - all five band members 
• Paul Cranmer - former CFL player
• Steven Rinella - American outdoorsman and conservationist
• Mark Dewey - former Major League Baseball player
• Patrick Sheane Duncan – screenwriter and director 
• Darnell Earley - former interim mayor of Michigan
• Tony Ferguson - two-time Collegiate All-American wrestler
• Cullen Finnerty - former NFL player
• Frank Foster - member of the Michigan House of Representatives 
• Eric Fowler - former NFL player
• Robert Genetski - member of the Michigan House of Representatives 
• Mike Gravier - NCAA football coach