Valley City State University

Valley City State University Overview

Valley City State University is a public, state school in a small town setting in Valley City, North Dakota. Valley City State University was founded in 1890 and the school currently enrolls around 1,686 students a year, including 1,523 undergraduates. Valley City State University offers on-campus housing for up to 466 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 40% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

Student Activities at Valley City State University

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There are no fraternities or sororities at Valley City State University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

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2022 Valley City State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	81%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.3
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	7%
In-State Tuition	$6,364
Out-of-State	$11,138
Percent of Need Met	75.2%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$12,409

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Is Valley City State University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a better sense of what Valley City State University offers and if the school could be the right college for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Valley City State University

The university admitted 81% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 442 applications received in 2022, 360 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Valley City State University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 60% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Valley City State Universityreturn for their sophomore year. Around 53% of students who started at Valley City State University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Valley City State University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Valley City State University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Valley City State University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Valley City State University's endowment was $9.6 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $12,966 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Valley City State University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Valley City State University meets 75.2% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $12,409 a year.

Students in the class of 2022 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $25,768 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Valley City State University.

Based on this information, is Valley City State University the school for you? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Valley City State University a good school for you?

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Where is Valley City State University Located?

Valley City State University is located in the small town setting of Valley City, North Dakota.

If you want to see Valley City State University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 94 to Valley City, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Hector International.

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