It all begins here. With more than 90 majors, concentrations, track options, and minors to choose from, and backed by a caring community and TruePromise guarantee, you'll find your place.
Life doesn't move in a straight line. That’s why our flexible, affordable degree completion program offers classes in 16 convenient locations. Our professors' real-world job experience and small class sizes will rev your engine.
Educators, let BVU help you take your own students even higher. Our top-rated education programs include advanced degrees in special education, mental health counseling, and teaching English as a second language.
Our online courses offer a convenient ladder into the job you want, without taking time away from your job and family. Whether you're considering a bachelor's in criminology or a graduate degree in special education, we'll get you one giant step closer to your goals.
No other college will take you further, embrace your talents, and amplify your strengths like Buena Vista University.
Learn MoreBVU's 16 locations in Iowa provide different class formats in more than 50 programs that fit into your daily life.
Learn MoreWe may offer nearly 90 majors, minors, and other programs at BVU, but there are a few things we're just really good at.
Learn MoreBuena Vista University's commencement ceremonies are a wonderful time to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates. Get schedules and live video information about the day.
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At BVU, you'll see what it’s like to have a truly personal learning experience, whether you're a first-year or transfer student. Choose from more than 90 academic programs, and enjoy lots of one-on-one attention.
Academics at BVU"No matter what goal I set, the BVU faculty is ready to help me every step of the way."
Stunning beauty surrounds our bustling campus. Need a respite from your busy schedule of student activities, sporting events, and engaging classes? Calm your mind with a canoe trip, relax on our lush lawn, or take a spin on your ice skates.
With BVU in their corner, nearly all the Class of 2017 landed in a job or graduate school within six months after graduation. That's right, just about everyone. There aren't many sure bets in life, but a BVU degree keeps bucking that trend.
True Promise & OutcomesWith an education that's affordable, practical, and personal, you can confidently flip the impossible into a reality. Whether your goals reach near or far, whether you're just starting out or reinventing it all from the ground up—we'll take the leap with you.
Community members, delegates representing institutions from across Iowa and the U.S., as well as BVU students, alumni, faculty, and staff, gathered to support Dr. Joshua D. Merchant in his new leadership role.
Read MoreBVU President Joshua D. Merchant, members of the Board of Trustees, Forum donors, faculty, and Student Senate representatives all joined in on the celebration.
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Lifelong competitor? Total rookie? There's a place for you in the BVU athletics family. With student-athletes making up one-third of our student body, you'll either be competing or cheering for one of our 19 NCAA teams. We also offer intramural sports and fitness training options for athletes at any level.
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