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Valley City State University

#32 in Best Online Colleges in America
  • 4 Year
  • Valley City, ND
  • 95 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      B-
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      C+
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      C+
    9. Dorms
      B+
    10. Campus Food
      B
    11. Student Life
      B-
    12. Safety
      A-
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    Valley City State is an above-average public university located in Valley City, North Dakota. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 834 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Valley City State acceptance rate is 76%. Popular majors include Elementary Education, Business, and Wildlife and Fisheries Management. Graduating 35% of students, Valley City State alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $36,400.
    About Valley City State University...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division II
    Athletic Conference
    North Star Athletic Association
    Address
    101 College St SW
    Valley City, ND 58072
    Website
    vcsu.edu

    Valley City State University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    76%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    980-1120
    ACT Range
    18-23
    Application Fee
    $35
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

    Cost

    Net Price
    $12,715/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $5,441/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    100%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.6 responses
    88%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.8 responses
    75%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.8 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Elementary Education
      86 Graduates
    • Business
      20 Graduates
    • Wildlife and Fisheries Management
      17 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      13 Graduates
    • Psychology
      13 Graduates
    • Education
      10 Graduates
    • Communications
      8 Graduates
    • Health Service Preparatory Studies
      6 Graduates
    • English and Speech Teacher Education
      5 Graduates
    • History Teacher Education
      5 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    834Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    538
    Undergrads Over 25
    8%
    Pell Grant
    34%
    Varsity Athletes
    38%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
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    Poll
    60%
    of students say Greek life is pretty low-key and has little effect on the social scene.10 responses
    Poll
    62%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.13 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 6 responses
    Report
    • Successful
      50%
    • It feels like a family helping each other
      33%
    • Sometimes it feels like a large high school.
      17%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $39,300/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    35%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%
    100%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.7 responses
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    Valley City State University Reviews

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    Valley City State University is a smaller school, which allows for more one-on-one contact with professors. I feel like the professors actually care about my college career since their classes are so small they can learn my name. Valley City State has also created a wide array of opportunities to have fun and meet people. I know students who drive from nearby schools just to come to VCSU activities!
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    Great school, small, and professors are really hands on and in touch with students. The campus is beautiful, especially during winter and seeing a blanket of snow cover.
    Valley is a nice small school that will allow you to get an education but also learn a lot about yourself. The weather is also brutal so you learn how much you don't like being cold. It is a nice cute campus and has a lot of diversity so it is nice and if you are an open minded person you will really enjoy it here. The teachers and staff are amazing at helping you with whatever you need and helping you find plans that fit just for you.