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Valdosta State University

Valdosta State University is a medium, public institution located in Valdosta, ga. Founded in 1906, Valdosta State University offers undergraduate degrees in 81 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 7,277 undergraduates
cost $6,007 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Valdosta State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 89.5%
SAT score average 1027
ACT score average 19
Average high school GPA 3.4
Application fee $40
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Key deadlines

June
30
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02
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Valdosta State University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Psychology, General
Library Science and Administration
Communication and Media Studies
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $6,007
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,922
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $5,702
Cost of attendance* $21,831
Average financial aid package $16,393
Estimated cost $5,438 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $17,062
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,922
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $5,702
Cost of attendance* $32,886
Average financial aid package $16,393
Estimated cost $16,493 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Valdosta State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 7,277, with gender binary students split 33% male and 67% female.

Total enrollment

10,180

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
32%
African American %
26%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
30%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Valdosta State University, students love their Psychology Club, student athletes compete in Division 2 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1500 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31698
phone 229-333-5800
address www.valdosta.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Psychology club

Anime & manga club

Phi mu

Honors student association

Alpha delta pi

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Valdosta State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Valdosta State University?

Valdosta State University is located in Valdosta, ga.

What is the acceptance rate at Valdosta State University? 

The acceptance rate for Valdosta State University is 89%.

What’s the average GPA for Valdosta State University?

The average high school GPA for Valdosta State University students was 3.4.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Valdosta State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Valdosta State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $87,324.

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