Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Valdosta, Georgia |
| Online | valdosta.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Valdosta, Georgia, Valdosta State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 8,650 prospective students applied, and 6,606 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,782 enrolled in the school. 7,477 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,080 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $4,371 plus fees of $2,212. VSU is ranked 919 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
VSU is rated within the lower 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Valdosta State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#919 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#390 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#21 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Georgia
#82 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1140 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| GPA | 3.23 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Georgia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,212 |
| Room and Board | $8,770 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,242 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,795 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,212 |
| Room and Board | $8,770 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,242 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,850 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Education | 17% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141264 IPEDS survey data for Valdosta State University.
Current students may use the Valdosta State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.