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Valdosta State University, or VSU, is a public university located in the city of Valdosta, Georgia, United States. It is part of the University System of Georgia. The university offers associate, bachelor, master, education specialist, and doctoral degrees in a variety of subjects. It is organized into the following colleges:
VSU’s campus is divided into two areas which are the main campus and the north campus. It consists of over 80 buildings that are spread across an area of 168 acres. The Spectator is the independent student run newspaper of the university.
VSU’s sports teams are nicknamed the Blazers. They participate in various sports such as baseball, basketball, cross country, football, softball, tennis, and volleyball. The Blazers have won both the 2004 and 2007 NCAA Division II national championship.
Students commonly pursue studies in education and teaching.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 540.
Valdosta State has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 11,280 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Valdosta State offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Gulf South Conference.
Valdosta State is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
More complete details are provided below.
Valdosta State University
1500 N Patterson
Valdosta, GA 31698
General Phone: (229) 333-5800
http://www.valdosta.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 596 | early childhood education, special ed, educational supervision, secondary teaching, education courses, physical education teaching, trade and industrial teaching, middle school teaching, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 397 | speech and rhetoric, liberal arts and humanities, sociology, English, history, liberal arts and sciences, political science, library science, ... |
| Business and Management | 287 | business management, marketing, accounting, finance, managerial economics |
| Science | 115 | biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy |
| Therapy and Counseling | 110 | psychology, marriage and family therapy, educational psychology |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 103 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 98 | speech pathology, dental services |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 90 | criminal justice and safety |
| Family and Social Work | 74 | public administration, social work |
| Media | 51 | mass communication |
| Art Studies | 37 | art studies, visual and performing arts |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 37 | health and fitness, athletic trainer |
| Office and Administration | 23 | administrative assistant |
| Religion and Philosophy | 21 | philosophy |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 17 | computer and info science, information science |
| Design | 15 | interior design |
| Engineering Technician | 13 | industrial production tech |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 12 | environmental science |
| Law | 9 | legal assistant |
| Music | 8 | music performance, music |
| Mathematics | 6 | applied mathematics, mathematics |
| Mechanics and Repair | 3 | automobile mechanics |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 1 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Valdosta State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,588 | 48 |
| Master's degree | 388 | 26 |
| Post-master's certificate | 79 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 53 | 5 |
| Doctor's degree | 15 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Valdosta State had a total enrollment of 11,280 students (10,245 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 83% |
| Graduate | 17% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 71% |
| Black | 24% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Valdosta State offers campus housing for 2,368 of its 10,245 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Valdosta, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,025 | 4,360 | 62% | 2,137 | 49% |
| Men | 2,840 | 1,747 | 62% | 909 | 52% |
| Women | 4,185 | 2,613 | 62% | 1,228 | 47% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 540 |
| SAT Writing | 450 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 20% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,456 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,038 |
| Room and board | $ 7,450 |
| Room charge | $ 3,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,130 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,732 |
Financial Aid:
Valdosta State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 159900)
Valdosta State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 140 | 85 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 65 | 69 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 40 | 70 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $61,453 | 7 | $67,034 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 9 | $58,397 | 9 | $56,903 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $55,030 | 12 | $49,148 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 18 | $60,225 | 29 | $57,007 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 79 | $75,779 | 36 | $72,258 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 54 | $60,528 | 44 | $57,405 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 62 | $55,228 | 60 | $51,266 |
| Instructor | academic year | 21 | $41,295 | 40 | $42,116 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $40,020 | 14 | $40,607 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 227 | $61,599 | 195 | $53,878 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Gulf South Conference |
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 116 | 42 | 158 |
| Football | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Track | 8 | 5 | 13 |
| Basketball | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 32 | 50 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Art Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Political Science and Government, General
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Services and Allied Professions, Other
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Educational Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Valdosta State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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