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Overview
Founded in 1895, Fort Valley State University is a 4-year public public school in central Georgia and an Historically Black College and University. Part of the University System of Georgia, FVSU is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Agriculture, and Education conferring undergraduate degrees including the only Veterinary Technology Program in the state. For students interested in instrumental music, Fort Valley State hosts a marching band known as The Blue Machine. Once a year, Fort Valley State holds an annual Mr. and Miss FVSU ceremony.
Acceptance Rate:
43%
Average Net Price:
$13,650
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
2.9
Average ACT Composite
17
Average SAT Composite
919
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $5,392 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $16,114 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $8,372 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
92%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
73%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,499
73%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,650
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$6,969
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
34%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4175
94%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,650
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$9,149,885
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
72%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,219
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,642
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$320
Students receiving federal loans
72%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,941
Average Other Loans Per Year
$9,197
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- HBCU
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
6247
Students Applied
69%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
185
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | June 15 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 1 |
Application Fee
$20
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
26%
Submitting ACT
25%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 17
Average SAT Composite: 919
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
2.9
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,605
Total Number of Undergrads
2,360
0
100
18%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
43%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
20:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
45
Faculty Overview
0
100
56%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
34%
Student Organizations
65
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
47%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
34%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wildcats
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf
Total Male Athletes
134
Total Female Athletes
66
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Fort Valley State University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$34,700
Top 5 Cities
Atlanta
Macon
Columbus
Albany
Augusta
Top 5 Employers
Fort Valley State University
US Army
GEICO
Houston County Board of Education
AT&T
Top 5 Sectors
Educaton
Operations
Business Development
Community and Social Services
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,642
Loan Default Rate
16%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$320
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingCollege is totally different than high school. You not only learn about academics but you also learn life lessons.
Ashley from College Park, GA
I'm going to school for veterinary science and all of their veterinary and animal programs are amazing.
Chelsae from Decatur, GA
Fvsu is a great university. Very diverse and a nice atmosphere. Has great programs with great professors.
Dominique from Perry, GA
Fort valley is a great institution. It is only what you make it. The majors here are great, with helpful teacher who can help you get internships.
Samayaah from Mcdonough, GA
the staff here are friendly and cares about you and your success
MAURIA from Cairo, GA
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