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The BVU Experience
No other college will take you further, embrace your talents, and amplify your strengths like Buena Vista University.
Degree Completion
BVU's 16 locations in Iowa provide different class formats in more than 50 programs that fit into your daily life.
Signature Programs
We may offer nearly 90 majors, minors, and other programs at BVU, but there are a few things we're just really good at.
Exploratory Program
Our unique exploratory program lets you discover your true interests and passions before choosing a career path.
Happening at BVU
Beavers Claim Tournament Championship with Victory Over Coe
Beavers Serve the Community on Buenafication Day
Students Present Academic Work at Scholars Day
BVU’s First Agriculture Student Expo Welcomes Young Learners From All Over Iowa
Bibliotrike Aims to Provide At-Home Libraries
BVU Student Panel Selected for Dialogue with Wozniak
BVU Announces Gov. Reynolds as 2019 Commencement Speaker
BVU Students Earn Coveted Sweeps Award in National Media Contest
Buena Vista University to Host Drum Corps International Tour Event
BVU Students Savor Up-Close Look at Heartland Forum
BVU Digital Media Major Seeks to Solve ‘Quiz Bowl’ Production Challenge
BVU Theatre Seniors Celebrate One Last Hurrah in "Spamalot"
Academics
Learn Without Compromise
At BVU, you'll see what it’s like to have a truly personal learning experience, whether you're a first-year, transfer, or graduate student. Choose from more than 90 enriching academic programs and reap the benefits of one-on-one attention from expert faculty.
Academics"It's a great feeling knowing that someone who I look up to, and has given me so much confidence, truly believes in my abilities."
Life in Storm Lake
Stunning beauty surrounds our bustling campus. Need a respite from your busy schedule of student activities, athletics, and engaging classes? Calm your mind on a paddle board, grab a coffee and relax on our lush lawn with a new friend, or take a spin on a pair of ice skates from the rec house.
Our True Promise
With BVU in their corner, nearly all the Class of 2018 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 & OUTCOMES
Let's Make it Happen
With 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.
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BVU Senior of the Year Shares Award with His Mom
Alan Maldonado didn’t participate in student government or take a Spanish class in high school. Ironic then, as the Buena Vista University Student Senate president prepares to graduate, he’s heading...
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The Buena Vista University baseball team continued its hot streak on Saturday afternoon on Perfect Game Field inside of Veterans Memorial Stadium by knocking off top-seed and 12th-ranked Coe College...
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Alive with Beaver Spirit
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 20+ athletic teams. We also offer intramural sports and fitness training options for athletes at any level.