Valley City State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Valley City State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Valley City State University is a small public university located on a rural campus in Valley City, North Dakota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,628, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 68%. The university offers 39 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 48%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $6,619, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $11,583.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile858-1253
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
53%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
42%
Unknown
0%
Black
2%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
15% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
41
Total Online Enrollment
933
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.53% online, 47% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
34% On-campus
66% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates86% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's51% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,619 | $11,583 |
| Graduate | $6,605 | $6,605 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,100 |
| On-campus room and board | $7,162 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,920 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $7,280 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,920 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,920 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $17,801 | $22,765 |
| Off-campus without family | $17,919 | $22,883 |
| Off-campus with family | $10,639 | $15,603 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
30%
State Grant Aid
52%
Institution Grant Aid
94%
Pell Grant
15%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Psychology. | |||
| 15 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 16 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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