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Valley City State University Admission Requirements

Valley City, North Dakota

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Your chances of getting into Valley City State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

81.4%
Admission Difficulty for Valley City State University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Valley City State University is 81.4%.  Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in North Dakota.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Valley City State University and can you get accepted?

Valley City State University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 360 out of the 442 who applied were admitted.

The school has very easy admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 69 percent on standardized admission tests. Valley City State University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. Of those applicants who were admitted, 54% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Can you get into Valley City State University?

81% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Valley City State University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.31 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1060 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT

Valley City State University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.31

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Valley City State University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Valley City State University are to have around a 3.31 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.31 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Valley City State University accepts 81% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Valley City State University is 3.31 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #5 in North Dakota for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Valley City State University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Valley City State University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 6.1% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.4% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.4% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 14.3% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 16.3% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 17.9% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 7.6% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Valley City State University SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Valley City State University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 7% of students submitted SAT scores and 68% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

935-1190

Applicants Submitting SAT 

7%
SAT Scores for Valley City State University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 495
Math 25th Percentile 440
Composite 25th Percentile 935
SAT Scores for Valley City State University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 585
Math 75th Percentile 605
Composite 75th Percentile 1190
Average SAT Score 1060

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Valley City State University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Valley City State University is 1060 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 935-1190. Students who get into Valley City State University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Valley City State University ranks #6 in the state of North Dakota for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1060 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Valley City State University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 935 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 935, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 810, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Valley City State University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1060 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1062, you have around a 81% chance of being admitted. A 1190 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 89% chance of getting in.

Valley City State University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1190 and Above Good >89%
1062 to 1190 Avg + 81%-89%
935 to 1062 Avg - 69%-81%
808 to 935 Reach 54%-69%
Less than 808 Low <54%
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Valley City State University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

68%
ACT Scores for Valley City State University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Valley City State University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 21
Math 75th Percentile 24
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Valley City State University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Valley City State University is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 23.  The school ranks #8 in North Dakota for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 68 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Valley City State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Valley City State University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Valley City State University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 81% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 89% with a 23 ACT score.

Valley City State University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >89%
20 to 23 Avg + 81%-89%
17 to 20 Avg - 69%-81%
14 to 17 Reach 54%-69%
Less than 14 Low <54%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Valley City State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 174 268 442
Accepted 145 215 360
Acceptance Rate 83% 80% 81%
Enrolled 86 110 196
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 59% 51% 54%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Valley City State University is $35.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Valley City State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Valley City State University Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Valley City State University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Valley City State University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.31 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1060 and ACT of 20 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=200572 IPEDS survey data for Valley City State University.

FAQs

Does Valley City State University prefer SAT or ACT?

7% of students submit their SAT scores to Valley City State University. 68% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Valley City State University?

81% of those who apply are granted admission to Valley City State University. Admission competition is and the college has very easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Valley City State University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 935 and 1190. The average SAT score is 1062. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Valley City State University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 17 and 23. The average ACT score is 20. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.