Valley City State University
4-years Public College In Valley City, ND
Valley City State University (referred to as Valley City State) is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Valley City, ND. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree. The 2023 tuition & fees at Valley City State University is $8,514 for North Dakota residents and $13,478 for out-of-state students. The school has a total enrollment of 1,658 and student to faculty ratio is 8.33% (12 to 1).The highest degree offered at Valley City State University is Master's degree. It offers 1 Year Certificate, Associate, and Master's degrees and programs.
2023 Key Facts
| Tuition & Fees | $8,514 (North Dakota Residents) $13,478 (out-of-state) |
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| Acceptance Rate | 83.45% |
| Student Population | 1,658 |
| Test Scores | 1,080 (SAT) 19 (ACT) |
| Graduation Rate | 47% |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
Valley City State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (1/1/1950 - Current[Estimated Date]).
2021-2022 Tuition & Fees
The undergraduate tuition & fees at Valley City State University is $8,514 for North Dakota residents and $13,478 for out-of-state students for academic year 2021-2022. The graduate tuition & fees at Valley City State University is $7,984 for North Dakota residents and $8,026 for out-of-state students for academic year 2021-2022. Valley City State University offers the alternative tuition plans. 59 students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,143 (exclude student loans).
Admission, Enrollment, and Graduation
The acceptance rate at Valley City State University is 83.45% and the admission yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 57.26%. The average SAT score is 1,080 and the average ACT score is 19. Valley City State University accepts dual credit, credit for life experiences, advanced placement(AP) credits. Total 1,658 students are attending at Valley City State University (1,521 undergraduate students). There are 68 full-time faculty (instructional/teaching staffs) and 58 part-time faculty working for Valley City State University. The students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%). The number of non-teaching staffs is 182 (full-time) and 72 (part-time). The graduation rate at Valley City State University is 47% and transfer-out rate is 28%. The retention rate is 71% at the school.
Special Learning Opportunities & On-Campus Services
Valley City State University offers the distance education programs that all courses for completing a degree program can be done through online exclusively for undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, the distance learning courses are offered for students who are not enrolled online exclusively. Valley City State University offers study abroad, teacher certification program. On Valley City State University campus, academic/career services, employment services for students, placement services for completers are provided for their students.
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Valley City State University Mission Statement
Valley City State University is a public, regional university offering exceptional programs in an active, learner-centered community that promotes meaningful scholarship, ethical service, and the skilled use of technology. As an important knowledge resource, the University offers programs and outreach that enrich the quality of life in North Dakota and beyond. Through flexible, accessible, and innovative baccalaureate and master's programs, VCSU prepares students to succeed as educators, leaders, and engaged citizens in an increasingly complex and diverse society.