* Books and Supplies
Students will need to submit official copies of external exam scores, as well as official copies of internal grades. We generally advise applicants to submit secondary school (high school) official transcripts for grades 9 through 12, in order to ensure prompt processing.
Original, attested, or certified copy of all academic records from all secondary schools and/or universities you have attended
Diplomas or graduate certificates from all high schools or universities where you have earned a degree
National exit test results (if applicable)
Students taking the WAEC will need to submit an unused scratch card with their application.
For admission, all international students must take one of the approved English proficiency exams, complete level 112 at ELS Language Center or take the ACT or SAT.
Send exam test results directly to Grand Valley.
TOEFL: 80 (we do not accept "My Best" score for admission)
IELTS: 6.5
MELAB: 77
PTE: 53
Send official SAT and/or ACT test scores directly to Grand Valley
If you are from a TOEFL/IELTS waiver country, you must submit an SAT/ACT instead of an English proficiency test.
TOEFL/IELTS waiver countries:
Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Canada, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grand Cayman Islands, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, North Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, St. Christopher-Nevis, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Trinidad & Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
VERIFICATION OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT (TO BE SUBMITTED AFTER ADMISSION)
Undergraduate students must have sufficient finances to cover tuition, fees, and housing costs for one year at Grand Valley. Undergraduate students must have a minimum of $29,750 USD in financial support. If a student will not be paying for their education on their own, sponsors must be identified on the statement of financial support which can be found on page 6 of the international student application.
Students or the sponsor(s) of a student must send the following documents to global@gvsu.edu for an I-20 to be created:
Statement of Financial Support
Bank statement shows a minimum balance of $29,750 USD. Bank statement balances can be listed in the student/sponsors local currency. As long as the balance, when converted into USD, meets the minimum amount required then your documents will be accepted. If you are unsure how your local currency will convert into USD, you may use the XE Currency Converter.
Must show at least 3 months of transaction history on the account
Must be less than six months old
Students who will be supported by an institution, foundation, or government agency, your financial sponsor must submit a letter of support on official letterhead. The letter must include:
Grand Valley State University
Specify the expenses to be paid on your behalf
Indicate that the institution or agency has adequate financial resources to guarantee your first year of study
AHS can be tailored to meet the health professions goals of students with specific academic emphases.
Pre-health professional emphases for students desiring to apply for a graduate degree in:
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant Studies
Entry level baccalaureate emphases in:
General Allied Health Sciences
Histotechnology
Health Professional degree completion - for those holding an associate degree in particular health professions
WHY STUDY ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES AT GRAND VALLEY?
Located in the state-of-the-art Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall with close proximity to five hospitals, the Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research Center, and many research, clinical, and treatment facilities.
Strong relationships with the medical community provide students with high-quality clinical opportunities, which are an important aspect of the learning experience.
Faculty members who meet the highest levels of professional standards, not graduate assistants, teach the courses.
The College of Health Professions maintains a dedicated staff of academic advisors in its Student Services Office to meet students' academic advising needs.
The degree can be tailored to meet the health professions goals of students with specific academic emphases.
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Coursework
Those declaring an AHS major must choose one of the above emphases and follow the curriculum guidelines for that emphasis. In addition, every student must complete:
Biology
Statistics
Medical Terminology
Intro to Health Professions
Health Care Management
Intro to Health Care Research
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
AHS can be tailored to meet the health professions goals of students with specific academic emphases.
Pre-health professional emphases for students desiring to apply for a graduate degree in:
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant Studies
Entry level baccalaureate emphases in:
General Allied Health Sciences
Histotechnology
Health Professional degree completion - for those holding an associate degree in particular health professions
Medical insurance: 1,999 $ USD per year
