63%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 943 |
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| Declined | + 534 |
| Total Received | 1,477 |
| SAT | 6047 |
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| ACT | 1278 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Briar Cliff University | Sioux City, IA |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA |
| Grand View University | Des Moines, IA |
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
| Iowa State University | Ames, IA |
| Morningside College | Sioux City, IA |
| Monmouth University | West Long Branch, NJ |
| The University of Tulsa | Tulsa, OK |
| Cornell College | Mount Vernon, IA |
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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 | 964 |
| 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: 10,773), 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 |
63%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 943 |
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| Declined | + 534 |
| Total Received | 1,477 |
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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Michael Fox
Director of Admissions
P: 800 383-9600
F: 712 749-2035
admissions@bvu.edu
84%
$28,121
| Tuition | $34,004 |
| Room | $4,774 |
| Board | $4,764 |
| Books & supplies | $999 |
| Total | $44,541 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $28,121 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $16,420 |
Need-based
| Federal | $1,702,090 |
| State | $2,084,478 |
| Institutional | $10,193,548 |
| Other external | $228,883 |
| Total | $14,208,999 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $298,744 |
| State | $39,761 |
| Institutional | $3,386,911 |
| Other external | $97,180 |
| Total | $3,822,596 |
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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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60%
Transfer applicants accepted
51%
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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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 12 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Mexico Rwanda South Korea Sudan Zambia |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes Special orientation |
Michael Fox
Director of Admissions
712 749-2821
foxm@bvu.edu
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