In addition, there are many off-campus apartments that are within walking distance. Each on-campus living facility is equipped with online computer connections in each room. More than 170 campus organizations are active on campus, including volunteer groups, artistic organizations, and social clubs. Student services include tutoring, advising, counseling, and low-cost health care. GVSU's Student Fitness and Recreation Center offers students the opportunity for maintaining health and fitness through the use of modern facilities.
Athletic opportunities are open to all students.
For International Students GVSU is committed to the recruitment and retention of international students. Increasing and broadening the international population is an important part of the mission of the University. The campus community is welcoming, and its location provides an ideal learning environment. International students are required to provide original academic documents and to show competency of the English language as part of the application process. Typically, admissions decisions for international applicants are made within one week of receipt of a complete application.