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83.5%Acceptance
$8,514Tuition
918Students
48%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$52,725Earnings
#12 in North DakotaPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNJCAAStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
83.5%
Average SAT
1,070
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,030–1,110
ACT Composite (avg)
20
Total Enrollment
918

Admissions Overview

Valley City State University operates with an open admission policy, accepting 83% of applicants. This means most students who apply and meet basic requirements will gain admission. The middle 50% of accepted students score between 1030-1110 on the SAT or around 20 on the ACT, though these scores reflect typical admits rather than strict cutoffs. The university seeks students interested in education, technology, or small-town college life. With its strong teacher preparation programs and emphasis on hands-on learning, VCSU looks for applicants who value close faculty relationships and want to make an impact in rural communities. The school particularly welcomes first-generation college students and those seeking affordable public education.