Fast Facts
- Located in Allendale, Michigan, USA
- 25,460 students attend Grand Valley State University
- Advertising and/or PR students study in the Advertising and Public Relations Major
- Accredited by
Contact Information
School of Communications
290 Lake Superior Hall
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan 49456
| Contact Person: | Dr Tim Penning |
|---|---|
| Phone: | (616) 331 - 3668 |
| Fax: | (616) 331 - 2700 |
| Email: | penningt@gvsu.edu |
Faculty
The Advertising and Public Relations Major is led by:
Professor
The following is an indication of the number of full-time and part-time faculty. Full-time faculty members teach one or more Advertising or Public Relations courses per year and derive their primary income from teaching.
ADV Full-time 6
ADV Part-time 3
PR Full-time 7
PR Part-time
This page was last updated: 2021-11-30 21:54:37
About Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State University is a regional four-year liberal arts institution located in western Michigan. While faculty are engaged in research, the university places an emphasis on teaching.
About the Advertising and Public Relations Major
The Advertising and Public Relations major is in the School of Communications. It is an integrated major, in which students emphasize either advertising or public relations. Students may also minor in Ad and PR. The program is known for academic excellence, experiential learning with in-class clients, and thriving PRSSA and AdClub student groups that are both recognized nationally.
National Student Organizations
The following chapters of national student organizations are available at Grand Valley State University:
Academic Programs
At Grand Valley State University, Advertising and Public Relations students study in the Advertising and Public Relations Major. There are a total of 2 degree programs available.
| 1026total enrolled | 2degree programs |
|
278graduates in 2015 |
BA
-Major
Numbers for BA and BS are the same and represent a total of both degrees. In addition, there are 187 students earning a minor in Advertising and PR.
| 513 | enrolled now |
|---|---|
| 37 | freshmen in 2016 |
| 142 | underclassmen |
| 371 | upperclassmen |
| 139 | graduates in 2015 |
BS
-Major
Numbers for BA and BS are the same and represent a total of both degrees. In addition, there are 187 students earning a minor in Advertising and PR.
| 513 | enrolled now |
|---|---|
| 37 | freshmen in 2016 |
| 142 | underclassmen |
| 371 | upperclassmen |
| 139 | graduates in 2015 |
Estimated In-State Costs of Attendance
Indicated below are estimated costs of attendance for students who are residents of the state of Michigan. Tuition is the fee an institution charges for the academic instruction they provide for students. Most institutions charge tuition by the units that make up an academic year, such as a semester or quarter, or per credit hour.
| Tuition & Fees | $11,520 |
|---|---|
| Room Rental | $4,200 |
| Board (Food & Services) | $4,200 |
| Books & Supplies | $0 |
| Personal Expenses | $0 |
| Total Estimated Expenses | $ 19,920 |
Estimated Out-of-State Costs of Attendance
Indicated below are estimated costs of attendance for students who are NOT residents of the state of Michigan. Tuition is the fee an institution charges for the academic instruction they provide for students. Most institutions charge tuition by the units that make up an academic year, such as a semester or quarter, or per credit hour.
| Tuition & Fees | $16,392 |
|---|---|
| Room Rental | $4,200 |
| Board (Food & Services) | $4,200 |
| Books & Supplies | $0 |
| Personal Expenses | $0 |
| Total Estimated Expenses | $ 24,792 |
Financial Aid
The following types of financial assistance are available to students:
Assistantships Yes
Loans Yes
On-Campus Employment Yes
Off-Campus Employment
Scholarships
Number of scholarships available here: