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Grand Valley State University

This onboarding newsletter will guide you through key steps, resources, and deadlines to help you prepare for a successful start.

Top Priorities:

  • Review the Funding module to review the cost of attendance and explore scholarship opportunities
  • Review the Gear Up module and familiarize yourself with uniform and equipment expectations before your November 11 uniform fitting
  • Ongoing: continue working on health compliance requirements in Viewpoint
 

Scholarship Opportunities

Don’t forget to log in to myScholarship every year! You can start browsing and applying for scholarships on November 1. Check the Scholarships for Traditional BSN Students page for the full list that applies to you.

Explore additional scholarship options through our community partnerships with organizations like Corewell Health Scholars, Pine Rest Academy, and Holland Hospital.

Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
(616) 331-3234
finaid@gvsu.edu

Partnership Coordinator
Jenna Poll
pollj@gvsu.edu

 

Student Accounts

The Student Accounts Office helps you manage your tuition and fees. They can explain your charges, assist with payments, and answer questions about due dates and rates. Their team can also help you explore payment options, set up deferment plans, and understand how financial aid or scholarships apply to your account.

Student Accounts Office
(616) 331-2209
studenta@gvsu.edu

 

Your uniform fitting is scheduled for November 11. You’ll try on and order your uniform at that time. Afterward, uniforms will be sent for embroidery, and you’ll be emailed when they’re ready for pickup, usually in January.

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm (15-minute time slots, see email confirmation for your assigned time)
KC 2266 on the Allendale campus. 

Follow the dress code below to ensure you meet program standards:

  • Scrub Top: Healing Hands Label scrub tops embroidered with "Grand Valley State University" on the front. Many students choose to order two scrub tops since it’s common to have two clinical days per week.

  • Scrub Pants: Healing Hands label black elastic-back drawstring pants. Ordering two pairs is recommended for students with multiple clinical days.

  • Scrub Jacket (Optional): Healing Hands Label jacket embroidered with "Grand Valley State University" on the front.

  • Undershirt (Optional): Long-sleeve black shirt may be worn under the scrub top (must fit tightly at the wrists).

  • Shoes: Must be gray, black, or white with minimal logo coloring, closed heel and toe, and resistant to body fluids and punctures.
 

On November 11, you can purchase your stethoscope from Standris. KCON requires a stethoscope to begin the program and recommends the Littmann Classic III. This stethoscope can also be purchased online.

Note: A manual blood pressure cuff is optional, and a cardiology stethoscope is not needed for the program.

 

Nursing Welcome Event – Friday, November 14 from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for your in-person welcome event! We’ll share your clinical placements, host a student panel, and give you the chance to start getting familiar with the building. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with peers, and hear insights from current students and staff.

Corewell Scholars Application – Closes Monday, November 17

Viewpoint Health Compliance Deadline – Friday, November 21
Please continue working on your health compliance requirements. All documentation must be completed and submitted in Viewpoint by the deadline. All questions can be directed to healthcompliance@gvsu.edu.

 

301 Michigan Street NE

Suite 326
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

 

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