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Buena Vista University

Private nonprofit, 4-year

610 W 4th St, Storm Lake, IA 50588

(712) 749-2400

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Quick Facts

1,378

Total Enrollment

72%

Acceptance Rate

47%

Graduation Rate

$43,572

Median Earnings (6yr)

$40,190

In-State Tuition

$18,321

Avg Net Price

13:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

1090

Avg SAT Score

About Buena Vista University

Institution Details

Type Private nonprofit, 4-year
Classification Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
Size 1,000 - 4,999

Location

Address 610 W 4th St
City Storm Lake, IA
ZIP Code 50588
County Buena Vista County

President/Chief Administrator: Brian Lenzmeier (President)

Programs & Degrees

Degree information not available.

Top Programs by Graduates

Education 32%
Business 20%
Psychology 6%
Protective Services 5%
Biology 3%
Communication 3%
Health Professions 3%
Computer Science 2%
Undergraduate Programs: Yes
Graduate Programs: Yes

Admissions

Enrollment Statistics

Total Enrollment 1,378

Student Demographics

Male 35%
Female 65%
White 79%
Black 3%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 1%

Test Score Ranges

Test 25th %ile Median 75th %ile
ACT Composite 18 21 25

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Tuition $40,190
Out-of-State Tuition $40,190

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Aid 43%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:

$0 - $30,000 $14,583
$30,001 - $48,000 $15,328
$48,001 - $75,000 $16,286
$75,001 - $110,000 $19,059
$110,001+ $22,791

Earnings After Graduation

Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:

$43,572

6 Years After

$46,276

8 Years After

$49,156

10 Years After

Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):

25th percentile: $30,128  |  75th percentile: $57,147

Earnings by Family Income Background

$41,635

Low Income

$44,931

Middle Income

$46,371

High Income

Student Outcomes

76%

Full-Time Retention

47%

Graduation Rate