PublicUrbanValdosta State University
VSU; Valdosta State; Valdosta State College; V-State
Valdosta, Georgia 31698
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Valdosta State University is a public institution in Valdosta with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1037, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.9K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
42% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,361 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,298.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Rebels until
History & Fun Facts
- •History Main article: History of Valdosta State University South Georgia State Normal College (1913–1922) The school that would become Valdosta State University was founded in 1906.
- •In January 1913, the school opened as South Georgia State Normal College (SGSNC) with three college freshmen and 15 sub-freshmen.
- •In 1922, the school became a four-year college and the legislature changed the name to Georgia State Womans College.
- •Georgia State Woman's College (1922–1950) President Powell headed the GSWC until 1933 when he was made dean of the Coordinate College in Athens.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1037
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
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
53.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,750
Programs (81)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
67%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
51
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from GA state average + city premium