57%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,174 |
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| Declined | + 881 |
| Total Received | 2,055 |
| SAT | 6047 |
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| ACT | 1278 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | Sioux City, IA |
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA |
| Creighton University | Omaha, NE |
| Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH |
| Defiance College | Defiance, OH |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA |
| Simpson College | Indianola, IA |
| University of Maine | Orono, ME |
| Swarthmore College | Swarthmore, PA |
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Buena Vista University, founded in 1891, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts university. Its 60-acre campus is located in Storm Lake, IA, 60 miles east of Sioux City.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 820 |
| Established in | 1891 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Presbyterian |
| Accredited by |
• CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • HLC Higher Learning Commission |
60-acre campus in Storm Lake (population: 10,611), 75 miles from Sioux City. Served by bus; major airport serves Omaha (125 miles); smaller airport serves Sioux City; train serves Council Bluffs (120 miles).
Buena Vista University
610 West Fourth Street
Storm Lake, IA 50588
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| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Considered if submitted SAT or ACT Required |
57%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,174 |
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| Declined | + 881 |
| Total Received | 2,055 |
Class rank
Recommendations
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Alumni/ae relationship
Essay
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
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Nick Boone
Director of Admissions
P: 800 383-9600
F: 712 749-2035
admissions@bvu.edu
80%
$30,158
| Tuition | $35,194 |
| Room | $4,941 |
| Board | $4,931 |
| Books & supplies | $999 |
| Total | $46,065 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $30,158 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $15,907 |
Need-based
| Federal | $1,841,434 |
| State | $1,726,312 |
| Institutional | $11,104,918 |
| Other external | $212,473 |
| Total | $14,885,137 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $188,181 |
| State | $45,573 |
| Institutional | $2,313,808 |
| Other external | $70,681 |
| Total | $2,618,243 |
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FAFSA
Institution's own financial aid form
P: 800 383-2821
F: 712 749-1451
Leanne Valentine
Director of Financial Assistance
valentinel@bvu.edu
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Jack Denholm (men's)
Director Of Athletics
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49%
Transfer applicants accepted
40%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of Some |
Maximum transfered
98
Minimum transfers must complete
30
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Not Reported
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 8 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Japan Nigeria Rwanda South Korea Sudan |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes Special orientation |
Nick Boone
Director of Admissions
712 749-2078
boonen@bvu.edu
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