Students engaging in studies outside on the GVSU campus.
The Grand Valley State University Board of Trustees has approved a 4.7% tuition increase for the 2025-26 academic year, raising costs by an average of $734. In addition, room and board rates will also rise by approximately 4.6%. Despite these increases, GVSU is committed to financial assistance, allocating over 21% of its general fund revenues to aid programs. The increase comes after 11 consecutive years of tuition hikes, aiming to maintain quality education at a relatively low cost for students.
Allendale, Michigan — The Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Board of Trustees has approved a 4.7% increase in tuition rates for the 2025-26 academic year, resulting in an average annual cost increase of $734 for students. The decision was made on April 25, 2025, and comes just below the state-imposed cap that permits a maximum tuition hike of either 4.5% or $735. In addition to tuition, room and board rates will see a boost of 4.6%.
Students living on campus can expect housing costs to rise by approximately $170 per semester, while the primary dining meal plan will increase by $100 per semester. Despite the tuition hike, GVSU remains committed to providing financial assistance, allocating just over 21% of its general fund revenues to financial aid programs.
Under the new rates, resident undergraduate students in the lower tuition division taking between 12 to 15 credits will pay $7,936 per semester, whereas non-resident undergraduates in the same division will pay $11,294. Tuition costs for graduate students will range from $826 to $1,044 per credit hour, depending on the specific program of study.
For those living in campus housing, a double room will now cost $3,050, marking a $150 increase compared to the previous academic year. A single room will be priced at $4,330, which is $320 less than last year. GVSU notes that, even with the increase, it remains one of the lowest-cost universities for housing and dining in Michigan.
The projected occupancy rate for GVSU’s 6,000 beds is 95% for the upcoming academic year, indicating a continued high demand for on-campus housing options.
The proposed budget for housing and dining services is set at $66.6 million, reflecting a minor increase of $0.1 million from the previous year. This financial strategy aims to enhance service quality while maintaining affordability for students.
In conjunction with the approval of the tuition hike, the Board of Trustees has also given the green light to three new undergraduate programs in climate science, environmental science, and human-centered computing. A new master’s program in human-centered computing was also approved, potentially expanding educational opportunities for students in these evolving fields.
GVSU has implemented tuition increases for the past 11 consecutive years, with the last instance of a decrease occurring in the 2014-15 academic year. The April decision by the Board of Trustees is part of an effort to enhance transparency for prospective students regarding financial obligations.
The ongoing financial planning at GVSU aims to provide high-quality educational services at relatively low prices, making the university an attractive option for both in-state and out-of-state students.
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