Fort Valley State University Admission Requirements

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Fort Valley State University Admission Overview

Fort Valley State University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Fort Valley State University admitted 65.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.87 GPA (B) and SAT 930-1070 / ACT 19-24. Fort Valley State University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fort Valley State University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

65.9%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Fort Valley State University

Acceptance Rate

The Fort Valley State University acceptance rate is 65.9%. Last year, 3,426 of 5,201 applicants were admitted. That is the 18th lowest acceptance rate in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Fort Valley State University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Fort Valley State University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.87. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fort Valley State University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

2.87

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.87

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Fort Valley State University typically have around a 2.87 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have slightly below average high school grades. Fort Valley State University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #42 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 2.9 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Fort Valley State University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

930-1070

Freshmen who sent SAT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 480
  • Math 450
  • Composite 930
SAT 25th percentile scores for Fort Valley State University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 560
  • Math 510
  • Composite 1070
SAT 75th percentile scores for Fort Valley State University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Fort Valley State University typically score around a 1000 SAT (middle 50% 930–1070) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 40th percentile nationally. Fort Valley State University ranks #37 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 930 to 1070

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Fort Valley State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Fort Valley State University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1070+ Above 75th >79%
1000 to 1070 Avg + 66%-79%
930 to 1000 Avg - 51%-66%
Below 930 Below mid-50 <51%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fort Valley State University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

1%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 20
  • Math 18
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Fort Valley State University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 22
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for Fort Valley State University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Fort Valley State University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 19–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Fort Valley State University places #17 among colleges in Georgia for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Fort Valley State University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Fort Valley State University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >81%
21 to 24 Avg + 66%-81%
19 to 21 Avg - 54%-66%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <54%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Fort Valley State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,475 1,579 5,201
Accepted 2,435 883 3,426
Acceptance Rate 70% 56% 66%
Enrolled 543 238 781
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 22% 27% 23%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Fort Valley State University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jun 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

288

Applicants have 288 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jun 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Fort Valley State University is $20.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Fort Valley State University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Fort Valley State University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 65.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.87 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (930-1070); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=139719.

GPA calculator: Fort Valley State University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026