Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.49%
SAT Average
1,037
ACT Range
17-23
Valdosta State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.49%. This means approximately 835 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 6,858 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.49%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $6,007 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,062 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $20,202 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $11,298 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 50.86% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.57% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Valdosta State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,062
Room and board
$8,922
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$6,246
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$20,202
Average net price
$11,298
Average aid coverage
44%
$8,904 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Valdosta State University pays approximately $11,298 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Georgia average of $16,729 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Valdosta State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Valdosta State University net price
$11,298
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Valdosta State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,062 and average net price at $11,298. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,062
Current net price
$11,298
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
41.74%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,361
Undergraduates
6,858
10-Year Median Earnings - Valdosta State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Valdosta State University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Valdosta State University?
Undergraduates
6,858
Completion rate
41.74%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
50.86%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.57%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 50.86% of Valdosta State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.57% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Valdosta State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Valdosta State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Valdosta State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Valdosta State University is listed at 1500 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31698. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Valdosta State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdosta State University | 83.49% | $17,062 | $11,298 | $49,361 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
Similar Schools in Valdosta
This local cluster focuses on nearby Valdosta schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Valdosta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valdosta State University's acceptance rate?
Valdosta State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.49%.
How much is Valdosta State University tuition?
Valdosta State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,062.
What is Valdosta State University's average net price?
Valdosta State University's average net price in the local dataset is $11,298.
What is Valdosta State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,361 for Valdosta State University.
Is Valdosta State University accredited?
Valdosta State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Valdosta State University?
The local dataset lists 6,858 undergraduate students at Valdosta State University.
What percentage of Valdosta State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Valdosta State University in the local dataset is 50.86%.
What is the federal loan rate at Valdosta State University?
The federal loan rate for Valdosta State University in the local dataset is 46.57%.
Where should I verify Valdosta State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Valdosta State University or the latest official federal education data.