Established in 1960, Grand Valley State University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Allendale (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Michigan. This institution also has a branch campus in Grand Rapids. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Grand Valley State University (GVSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 60 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. GVSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.