Valdosta State University

Valdosta State University is a public four-year institution located in Valdosta, Georgia, in a small city setting. The university enrolls 12,550 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 43.33 out of 100. Its completion rate is 42% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 67% (IPEDS 2023).

Valdosta State offers programs across health care and industry at both the associate and bachelor's degree levels. Nursing programs are available through Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at the associate and bachelor's levels. Additional associate-level offerings include Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, providing pathways into healthcare management and manufacturing sectors.

Valdosta is located in southern Georgia near the Florida border, giving students access to regional healthcare systems and industrial employers. Valdosta State University serves as a major educational resource for the surrounding region, offering multiple credential levels to meet varied workforce needs.