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About Fort Valley State University

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Fort Valley State University is a public university in Fort Valley, GA, known for its hbcu, masters programs, and georgia public university. With an acceptance rate of 43%, Fort Valley State University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 552 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 810–950 on the SAT and 16–19 on the ACT. Fort Valley State University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,627 per year; the sticker price of $31,426 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Fort Valley State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

43%
Overall Accept Rate
880
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 810 – 950

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Fort Valley State University

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Essay Strategy
Fort Valley State is one of Georgia's HBCUs with a strong focus on agriculture, STEM, and community development, so use your personal statement to connect your goals directly to programs like agribusiness, veterinary science, or the College of Arts and Sciences that make FVSU distinct.
Extracurriculars
Fort Valley State has a nationally recognized agricultural and veterinary technology program, so if you have FFA membership, 4H experience, internships at farms or veterinary offices, or any agricultural research, highlight those activities prominently in your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Fort Valley State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$31k/yr$9.0k
30k-48k~$31k/yr$9.0k
48k-75k~$31k/yr$11.5k
75k-110k~$31k/yr$15.6k
110k+~$31k/yr$16.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

45%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$29k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,271
Undergrad Enrollment
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