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Buena Vista University

Private nonprofit Storm Lake, IA · Town · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
54%
Graduation Rate
$49,156
Earnings (10yr)
$18,846
Net Price
78%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Buena Vista University has a 78% acceptance rate, making it accessible to a wide range of students. This statistic reflects the university's commitment to welcoming diverse applicants and supporting them through their educational journey.

According to Opportunity Insights data, specific mobility metrics for Buena Vista University are not available. However, the mix of programs in education, business, psychology, and the sciences suggests that students can find paths that align with their career goals. The average earnings for graduates 10 years after enrollment sit at $49,156, indicating a solid return on investment for many students.

The net price to attend Buena Vista University is $18,846, with a median debt of $25,000 upon graduation. Approximately 44% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting support for low-income students. Those who thrive here are likely to be individuals seeking a supportive community in a smaller university setting, with a focus on practical programs that lead to steady employment.

Rankings

How Buena Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation54%Earnings 10yr$49KNet Price$19KRetention76%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate44%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$15K$30-48K$18K$48-75K$25K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%583.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2820.0%MOBILITY164.41%

Cost & Financial Aid

$41,798
In-State Tuition
$41,798
Out-of-State
$18,846
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
44%
Pell Grant Rate
67%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,901
Family Income $0–$30K
$14,838
Family Income $30K–$48K
$18,094
Family Income $48K–$75K
$24,967
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$43,572
6 Years After Entry
$46,276
8 Years
$49,156
10 Years
0.51x
Debt-to-Earnings
71%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$43,572 6yr $46,276 8yr $49,156 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

164.41%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2820.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
583.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$69,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.72
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.9%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 78%
Retention Rate 76%
SAT Average 1120
ACT Midpoint 22
ACT Range 19–26
Full-Time Faculty 33%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,912
Diversity Index 0.37
First-Gen Students 35%

Top Programs

Education 33%
Business & Marketing 25%
Psychology 6%
Biology & Biomedical 2%
Communications 2%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Health Professions 2%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%