Valdosta State University
About Valdosta State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Valdosta State University is a public university in Valdosta, Georgia, near the Florida border. It offers programs in nursing, education, business, and the arts and is part of the University System of Georgia.
Founded
1906
Location
Valdosta, Georgia
Students
9,718
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
42.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,124
Out-of-state: $17,836
Avg Net Price
$10,945
After financial aid
SAT Average
1013
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$49,361
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 72.3% acceptance rate, Valdosta State University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1013/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
42.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71.9%
4-Year Grad
21%
6-Year Grad
41%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
68.5%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 21% graduation rate is below average, but 71.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,124
In-State
$17,836
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,530
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,801
After Financial Aid
$10,945
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,378
Receive Grants
52.3%
Take Loans
44%
The full cost of attendance is about $20,801/yr for in-state students, including $9,530 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,945. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,836.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Valdosta State University fund their education.
While in School
52.3%
Get Grants
Free money
44%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,444
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,779
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$263/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,779 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Valdosta State University.
Gender
68%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,622
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,096
Graduates
30.8%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
17.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 30.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
6,622
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Valdosta State University fields 9 varsity teams with 328 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Gulf South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
328
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
234
Men
94
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Valdosta State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,361
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
223 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$26K
156 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$28K
125 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
98 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$27K
94 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $49K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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