Valley City State University

Valley City, ND · Public · 958 undergraduates

Valley City State University admitted 99% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 830–1070 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $13,748 a year. Within six years, 50% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
99%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
830–1070
ACT middle 50%
17–24

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$21,988 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$13,748 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$9,997 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$9,009 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$14,247 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
50%
Students who return for a second year
71%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$53,886 a year
Median debt at graduation
$21,750

Students

Undergraduates
958
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
21%
Student-faculty ratio
12 to 1
Campus setting
Town

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Education
48%
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities
22%
Business, management and marketing
10%
Parks, recreation, leisure, fitness and kinesiology
5%
Health professions
4%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.