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About Valdosta State University

public doctoral universityhigh acceptance ratehealth sciences focuslarge student body

Valdosta State University is a public university in Valdosta, GA, known for its high acceptance rate, health sciences focus, and large student body. With an acceptance rate of 89%, VSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,127 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 930–1108 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT. VSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,631 per year; the sticker price of $32,850 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Valdosta State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

89%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1019
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 930 – 1108

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ACTScore range: 16 – 22

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Valdosta State University

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Test Score Strategy
Valdosta State requires test scores, so order your official SAT or ACT reports sent directly to VSU as early as possible to avoid processing delays that could hold up your application review.
Application Strategy
Look into the VSU Honors College when you apply. It has a separate application process and offers smaller classes and priority registration, which can meaningfully improve your experience on campus in Valdosta.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Valdosta State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$33k/yr$9.4k
30k-48k~$33k/yr$9.5k
48k-75k~$33k/yr$11.9k
75k-110k~$33k/yr$14.9k
110k+~$33k/yr$15.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

42%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$39k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
7,721
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

44%White
37%Black / African American
12%Hispanic
4%Two or More Races
2%Asian
1%International
1%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender32% Men · 68% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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