Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Valdosta, Georgia |
| Online | valdosta.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Valdosta State University (VSU), a regional university located in Valdosta, Georgia, is part of the University System of Georgia. Situated approximately 15 miles from the Florida border and just over 200 miles south of Atlanta, VSU occupies a 168-acre campus known for its Spanish Mission architecture. Founded in 1906, it now offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on education and nursing, through its College of the Arts, College of Business Administration, College of Education and Human Services, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and College of Science and Mathematics. Valdosta State provides on-campus housing options across nine residence halls and two apartment complexes, accommodating a significant portion of its student body. The university's admissions process is generally considered moderately selective. While VSU actively supports a variety of NCAA Division II sports teams, known as the Blazers, it does not particularly emphasize athletic programs over its academic endeavors.
In the most recent statistical year 4,975 prospective students applied, and 4,451 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,127 enrolled in the school. 6,483 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,726 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,371 plus fees of $1,636. VSU is ranked 982 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
VSU is rated within the lower 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Valdosta State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#982 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#408 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Georgia
#82 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1130 |
| ACT | 17/21 |
| GPA | 3.23 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Georgia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,636 |
| Room and Board | $8,922 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,702 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,831 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,636 |
| Room and Board | $8,922 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,702 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,886 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Education | 17% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141264 IPEDS survey data for Valdosta State University.
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Last updated February 24, 2024