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 is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Fort Valley State University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Low
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 The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
2.87Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
BAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.87
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 The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
930-1070Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
4%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 480
- Math 450
- Composite 930
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 560
- Math 510
- Composite 1070
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
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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fort Valley State University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
19-24Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
1%25th Percentile Scores
- English 20
- Math 18
- Composite 19
75th Percentile Scores
- English 24
- Math 22
- Composite 24
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
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.
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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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
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?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jun 15, 2027Days left to Apply
288Applicants 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
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