Overview
Student Population
| 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 |
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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 7,563 prospective students applied, and 4,324 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,563 enrolled in the school. 7,726 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,485 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $4,371 plus fees of $2,212. VSU is ranked 905 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
VSU is rated within the lower 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Valdosta State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#905 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#358 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Georgia
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#82 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1140 |
| ACT | 19/23 |
| GPA | 3.15 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Georgia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,212 |
| Room and Board | $8,272 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,690 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,745 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,212 |
| Room and Board | $8,272 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,690 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,800 |
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.