Fort Valley State University is a four-year state university located in Fort Valley, Georgia. Founded in 1895 as Fort Valley High and Industrial School, it became an important part of Georgia’s rural education system in the 20th century. Today, the school offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 40 areas of study and also operates the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Leadership. The 32,000 acre University campus offers students a vibrant and supportive environment, surrounded by state-of-the-art educational and recreational facilities. With its commitment to educational excellence, Fort Valley State University strives to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in today’s global society.
- Address: 1005 State University Dr, Fort Valley, GA 31030-4313
- Phone: (478) 825-6211
- Website: www.fvsu.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 3,079
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 24 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $20
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $5,832 | $16,554 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Room & Board | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| Other | $500 | $500 |
| Total Cost | $15,832 | $26,554 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 72%
- SAT Range: 0 – 0
- ACT Range: 0 – 0
Majors
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Psychology, General
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Business Administration and Management, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 87%
- Part-time: 13%
Student Gender
- Male: 36%
- Female: 64%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 0%
- Black or African American: 93%
- Hispanic / Latino: 2%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 2%
- Two or More Races: 2%
- Unknown: 0%
- Non-resident Alien: 0%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 88%
- 25 and Over: 5%
- Age Unknown: 7%
Student Residence
- In-State: 68%
- Out-of-State: 32%
- Unknown: 0%