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Valley City State University

VCSU

Valley City, North Dakota 58072

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Small & IntimateRuralPublic

Close-knit campus — excellent value

Valley City State University is a public town institution in Valley City, North Dakota. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1090.

A small campus of 918 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,725 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,613.

Established
1890
Type
Public university
Conference
National Association of

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69%
Acceptance
1090
SAT Avg
918
Undergrads
12:1
Student : Faculty
48%
Grad Rate (4yr)
$52,725
Earnings 10yr
$13,613
Avg Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Valley City State University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate69.3%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1824

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

69.3%

Trend

SAT Avg

1090

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,514
Tuition (out-of-state)$13,478
Room & Board$7,280
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$20,713
Average Net Price$13,613
Median Debt at Graduation$20,369
Monthly Payment (10yr)$216

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,030
$30–48K$12,130
$48–75K$11,758
$75–110K$15,340
$110K+$15,411

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

66.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,761

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

5

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (44)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

66%

Negative
  • •66% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
918
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
17%

Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Black 3%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate48.1%
Freshman Retention66.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,820
10 Years$52,725

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MSP Minneapolis-St Paul270 mi
MCI Kansas City552 mi
MKE Milwaukee565 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1354 mi · ~39h 7m drive
New York, NY1265 mi · ~36h 33m drive
Hartford, CT1295 mi · ~37h 25m drive
Providence, RI1352 mi · ~39h 3m drive
Albany, NY1220 mi · ~35h 15m drive
Syracuse, NY1097 mi · ~31h 41m drive
Rochester, NY1026 mi · ~29h 38m drive
Buffalo, NY974 mi · ~28h 8m drive
Philadelphia, PA1237 mi · ~35h 44m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1002 mi · ~28h 57m drive
Harrisburg, PA1147 mi · ~33h 8m drive
Newark, NJ1256 mi · ~36h 17m drive
Washington, DC1192 mi · ~34h 26m drive
Baltimore, MD1196 mi · ~34h 33m drive
Atlanta, GA1155 mi · ~33h 22m drive
Charlotte, NC1200 mi · ~34h 40m drive
Raleigh, NC1260 mi · ~36h 24m drive
Miami, FL1757 mi · ~50h 45m drive
Orlando, FL1554 mi · ~44h 54m drive
Tampa, FL1557 mi · ~44h 59m drive
Nashville, TN941 mi · ~27h 11m drive
New Orleans, LA1247 mi · ~36h 1m drive
Richmond, VA1230 mi · ~35h 32m drive
Chicago, IL619 mi · ~17h 53m drive
Detroit, MI799 mi · ~23h 5m drive
Minneapolis, MN264 mi · ~7h 38m drive
St. Louis, MO696 mi · ~20h 6m drive
Kansas City, MO567 mi · ~16h 23m drive
Indianapolis, IN772 mi · ~22h 18m drive
Columbus, OH891 mi · ~25h 44m drive
Cleveland, OH888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
Milwaukee, WI561 mi · ~16h 12m drive
Dallas, TX979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Houston, TX1194 mi · ~34h 30m drive
Austin, TX1151 mi · ~33h 15m drive
San Antonio, TX1209 mi · ~34h 56m drive
Los Angeles, CA1379 mi · ~39h 50m drive
San Francisco, CA1390 mi · ~40h 9m drive
San Diego, CA1406 mi · ~40h 37m drive
Seattle, WA1137 mi · ~32h 51m drive
Portland, OR1179 mi · ~34h 4m drive
Denver, CO607 mi · ~17h 32m drive
Phoenix, AZ1187 mi · ~34h 17m drive
Salt Lake City, UT811 mi · ~23h 26m drive
Honolulu, HI3745 mi · ~108h 11m drive
Northern (cold winters, cool summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)270 miles
Rental car
405 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
540 min$324-540
Kansas City (MCI)552 miles
Rental car
828 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
1104 min$662-1104

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