Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia · Public
Valdosta State University admitted 78% of 5,491 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 920–1080 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 42% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Valdosta State University
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Early decision and early action
Valdosta State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Valdosta State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
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Considered
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Not considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.42 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $22,375 in-state and $33,430 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,532 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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