Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA
Overview
Buena Vista University is a private not-for-profit institution located in Storm Lake, IA. It has a total enrollment of 1,890 students.
1,436
Undergrads454
Grad Students77.6%
Acceptance64.0%
Grad RatePhotos

Academics
13.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio76.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)64.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate61.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate1,436
Undergraduate Enrollment454
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
77.6%
Acceptance Rate3.47
Average GPATest Optional
Test Policy$0
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School range: 930–1130
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Financial Aid & Costs
$51,100
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition
$38,644
Room & Board
$11,330
Books & Supplies
$1,126
Financial Aid
100%
Receiving Aid49%
Pell Grant Recipients$34,397
Avg Grant (recipients)$7,714
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
770 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Private
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,436
Acceptance Rate
78%
Graduation Rate
64%
Tuition & Room/Board
$49,974
Affiliation
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
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Storm Lake, IA 50588
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