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Valdosta State University

country rank  494
world rank  1323

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Overview

Founded in 1906, the Valdosta State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Valdosta (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Georgia. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Valdosta State University (VSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 119-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Valdosta State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Valdosta State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Valdosta State University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Valdosta State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym VSU
Founded 1906
Motto
Colours Red and black
Mascot Blaze
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University Location

Address 1500 N Patterson Street
Valdosta
31698 Georgia
United States
Valdosta State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Valdosta State University Phone Number (229) 333 5800
Valdosta State University Fax Number (229) 333 5482
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Valdosta State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Valdosta State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Valdosta State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Valdosta State University.



Valdosta State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Valdosta State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Valdosta State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Valdosta State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Valdosta State University's Admission Office Admission Office

1500 North Patterson Street
Valdosta 31698
(229) 333 5791
800 618 1878

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Valdosta State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Valdosta State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Valdosta State University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Valdosta State University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Valdosta State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Valdosta State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Valdosta State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Valdosta State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Valdosta State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Valdosta State University's Library
Valdosta State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 478,089 physical volumes, 31,292 physical media, 111,378 digital/electronic media and 225 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 55 full-time employees, including 12 librarians. Valdosta State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Valdosta State University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Valdosta State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,857 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Valdosta State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Valdosta State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Valdosta State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Valdosta State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Valdosta State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Valdosta State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Valdosta State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Valdosta State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Valdosta State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1929


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Valdosta State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • American Library Association, Committee on Accreditation
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Valdosta State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University System of Georgia (USG)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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