Fort Valley State University Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
3,250

Full + Part time Students
1:20

Faculty to Student Ratio
5%

Transfer Student Ratio
$13K

Avg. Financial Aid

FVSU is a public, senior, 1890 land-grant institution serving Georgia and the nation. Founded in 1895 as an institution to serve primarily the educational needs of students of African descent, the university provides instruction, research and public and extension services consistent with its land-grant and public functions for all segments of the population to achieve their personal, educational and professional goals. The university provides diversified and challenging programs to meet educational needs resulting from societal changes. FVSU provides a learning and living environment that enables its graduates and all who come under its influence to become innovative and critical thinkers, problem-solvers and responsible citizens.

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Overview

Total Faculty	84
Full-Time Undergraduate	2,940
Part-Time Undergraduate	310
Transfer Students	176
Programs	41 Programs
Courses	901 Courses
Transfer Agreements	4 outgoing Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies	1,328 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$6,180
Out-of-State Tuition	$18,084
Books and Supplies	$1,360
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	87%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$7,414
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	82%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$5,559

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall	July 19
Spring	December 5
Summer	May 3

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

The minimum GPA requirement for transfer admission is a 2.0 or better.
Official Transcripts:

If less than 30 semester/45 quarter hours you must submit official high school transcripts. Submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
SAT Scores:

If less than 30 semester/45 quarter hours you must submit SAT/ACT scores.
Letters of Recommendation:

A statement of good standing from your previous institution is not required.
Essay:

An essay or personal statement is not required for admission consideration.
Application Fee:

There is a non-refundable $20 application fee.
Interview:

A personal interview is not required for admission consideration.
Other Requirements:

A complete Certificate of Immunization form is required.
Apply Here:

past.fvsu.edu/prospective-students/admissions-categories-requirements/transfer-students

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

A C- is the minimum grade requirement for transfer credit.
Credits (Min/Max):

You may transfer a max of 80 credits to FVSU; however, to earn an associate degree you must complete 60 credits at FVSU and 80 credits for a bachelor's degree.
Transfer Policy Document:

Fort Valley State Transfer.pdf