Founded in 1896 by Danish immigrants and affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Grand View has more than a century of focus on lifelong learning and emphasis on the “whole person,” a perspective that dates from the principles of the Danish Folk School. Grand View is a not-for-profit liberal arts university offering bachelor's and master's degrees. It is a private institution affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.At Grand View, students find a winning combination of high-quality programs, experienced professors, and caring individuals.