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Fort Valley State University
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.
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
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | June 15 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
26%
Submitting ACT
25%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 17
Average SAT Composite: 919
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,605
Total Number of Undergrads
2,360
Classroom Sizes
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: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
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 |
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
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
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
65
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
47%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wildcats
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Atlanta
Macon
Columbus
Albany
Augusta
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$34,700
What Students Are Saying
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
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