Buena Vista University Admissions

Buena Vista University is less selective with a 77% acceptance rate. Most students who apply get in, making this a solid safety school option. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 930-1130 on the SAT or around 22 on the ACT. These are achievable scores for average test-takers. The school draws two-thirds of its students from Iowa, suggesting strong regional appeal. BVU looks for students interested in close faculty relationships, with its 13:1 student-faculty ratio being a major draw. The Presbyterian-affiliated university particularly attracts students seeking education and business programs in a small-town setting where they can build personal connections with professors.