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Valdosta State University

Also known as: VSU; Valdosta State; Valdosta State College; V-State

📍 Valdosta, Georgia🏛️ Urban Setting👥 6,622 Undergrads🔗 www.valdosta.edu

Overview

Valdosta State University is an medium public research university in Valdosta, Georgia. It enrolls about 6,622 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 72%. Graduates earn a median of $49,361 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

72%

Moderately Selective

SAT Avg

1,013

480–570

Net Price

$10,945

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

42%

Retention

72%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$49,361

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Moderately Selective

Acceptance Rate

72.3%

SAT Average

1,013

ACT Composite

16–22

Test Policy

Required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200480 – 570 (mid 50%)800

Math

200440 – 530 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

116 – 22 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$6,124

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$17,836

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$20,801

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$10,945

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$9,378
$30,001 – $48,000	$9,541
$48,001 – $75,000	$11,877
$75,001 – $110,000	$14,906
$110,001 +	$15,905

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

44.0%

Academics & Programs

Valdosta State University offers programs across 21 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

23.9%

Health Professions

17.9%

Education

9.4%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

8.1%

Psychology

7.5%

Visual & Performing Arts

5.1%

Communication & Journalism

4.6%

Homeland Security & Law Enforcement

4.5%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

42%

On-Time (4yr)

25%

Retention (FT)

72%

% Earning >$25K

74%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$39,416

8 years

$43,211

10 years

$49,361

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

50.0%

White

45.5%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

43.9%

Black or African American

37.1%

Asian

1.6%

Hispanic / Latino

11.5%

Two or more races

3.8%

International

1.3%

Gender

Women

68.0%

Men

32.0%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valdosta State University hard to get into?

Moderately Selective — the acceptance rate is 72%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1013.

How much does Valdosta State University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,124, and out-of-state is $17,836. Average net price after financial aid is $10,945.

What is Valdosta State University known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Health Professions, Education.

What's the graduation rate at Valdosta State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 42%, and 72% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.