On Campus - Storm Lake

We’re reclaiming what it means to be rural on our lakeside campus in Storm Lake, Iowa. When you get to campus, you’ll be greeted by a 3,200-acre lake, university buildings, and green space overgrowing with possibilities. You’ll be challenged, supported, and built up in a community devoted to transforming Iowa through excellence and service to all. Come join the vision — and craft your future here.

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Storm Lake, Iowa

We’re proud to be a rural university in a growing community. The natural beauty of the lake along with the cultural diversity of those who live in Storm Lake makes attending BVU special. You’ll find a welcoming, safe, community here, with plenty of places to eat great food, shop local, and enjoy outdoor activities.

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Living on Campus

Campus life = the good life. View your housing options and submit your housing application.

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Health Services

Find health forms and get the info you need to stay mentally, physically, and spiritually healthy on campus.

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Campus Dining

“How’s the food?” Spoiler: you’ll want seconds. See our meal plan options and check out the menu at Cru5h, our campus burger and breakfast joint.

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Campus Safety

Walk around campus at any time of day or night without worry. BVU Campus Safety is here for you.

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Student Success

As an undergraduate student at Storm Lake, your success becomes our primary goal. It’s really that simple. We live to make your college journey meaningful — from exploration to graduation. We believe in you, so we make resources like one-on-one advisors and career preparation a part of your experience from day one.

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Getting Involved

More than 65 student organizations. More than 20 intercollegiate sports teams. Marching and pep band. Campus ministry. Intramurals and recreation. At BVU, it’s hard not to be plugged in. No matter your interest, you’ll find a community where you can belong in Storm Lake.

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Education for Service

It’s our school motto and part of every on-campus student’s experience. On Buenafication Day, we cancel classes and venture out into the local community for service projects. Education for Service scholars perform weekly volunteer service in the community and receive a full-tuition scholarship for their commitment.