by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 9,570 undergraduates in 2020, Valdosta State University is a large, public university located in Valdosta, Georgia. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Valdosta State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Valdosta State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Valdosta State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Valdosta State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Valdosta State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Valdosta State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Valdosta State University for Veterans Guide.
Valdosta State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Valdosta State University has a comparatively large, student body. There were 9,570 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 7,253 (75.8%). Part-time attendance was 2,317 (24.2%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 7,253 | 2,317 | 9,570 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Valdosta State University is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Valdosta State University #1146 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Valdosta State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Valdosta State University Diversity Guide.
Valdosta State University has a total of 320 student athletes, 216 men and 104 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $5,809,195 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $5,803,188 |
| Net | $6,007 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Valdosta State University Athletics