Grand Valley State University Reviews

"My experience here in the US doing my masters has been a much more of fun than regret, due to the fact that I already prepared for the unforeseen challenges before I left home. Though my University is not a big spender when it comes to financial aid but in terms of student services I believe it is ranked high by many students here. In addition, the tuition here is relatively cheap and it is one of the cheapest in the country. LAKERS FOR A LIFETIME!"

"This is a fast growing University that has the potential of catching up with the top Universities in the world. Am enjoying my stay here. Though the high cost of college education couple with being an international student is posing a big problem financially as the University is not a big spender when it comes to awarding financial aids."

"The pros of my graduate program consist of more opportunities for an educational career overseas, a more thorough knowledge of educational practices in my field, and more chances to build a firm network of colleagues and international friends. The cons of my graduate program is the perpetual requirement of schooling that matches the ever changing world of curriculum and instruction, the significant lack of job options in the USA for a person with this degree, and the absence of formal classroom experience beyond the 90 hour practicum requirement."

"It's a solid program, but it's geared towards people returning to school, not continuing with it, so the scheduling isn't ideal for a full time student."

"The learning experience that Grand Valley State University's masters of social work program provides is a hands on style through collaborating with the surrounding community; allowing each student to network efficiently and learn first-hand about the content we learn about from textbooks. Further, the classroom sizes are small enough (25-30 students) to allow personal time with professors and the ability to create a professional relationship with them. Another aspect of the program that has enhanced my "take away" from the program is the caliber of research that is required with the program. Most recently, I completed a qualitative case study that looked at how attachment style influences post-secondary education. Participating in this high level of research has furthered my knowledge in research techniques, as well as the needs of our society. Grand Valley has provided me with a dependable environment, supportive professors, a well-rounded education, and a new network of professionals that will help me in my future career."

"The social work program is full of professors who truly care about their students. They are very flexible with students in regards to working around their schedule and being understanding about absences. They offer a number of different ways one can go about the program from full time advanced standing to part time regular standing."

"The CRTM program is very flexible, especially for those who work full time. Great school, great program!"

"This past semester was the first semester in graduate school at Grand Valley, however I did my undergraduate there. The professors are 97% great, willing to help a student, and care about the students success. There are a great deal of resources available to student's at Grand Valley: technological and with faculty. I did not really have any negative experiences with my first semester in grad school at Grand Valley!"