Valdosta State University
Public university · Valdosta, GA · 6,622 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
72%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
920–1100
ACT (middle 50%)
16–22
Average net price
$10,804
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$21,232
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
45%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Valdosta State University?
Valdosta State University accepts about 72 of every 100 applicants (72%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 920 and 1100 on the SAT. A score at or above 1100 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 920, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–22.
The latest federal data says Valdosta State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Valdosta State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Valdosta State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $21,232 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $10,804 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $6,124 for GA residents and $18,172 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$6,124
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$18,172
- Room & board$9,766
- Total cost of attendance$21,232
- Average net price after grants$10,804
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Psychology, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Valdosta State University FAQ
- What is Valdosta State University's acceptance rate?
- 72% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Valdosta State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 920–1100. Aim for 1100 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Valdosta State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–22.
- Is Valdosta State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Valdosta State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Valdosta State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Valdosta State University cost?
- About $21,232 a year before aid; $10,804 on average after grants.
- What is Valdosta State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001599. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Valdosta State University receives your information.
- What is Valdosta State University's graduation rate?
- 45% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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