Featured University
Featured University
Universities in the United States

Valley City State University

Rankings, Programs/Courses, Tuition & Admissions

country rank  1355
world rank  5023

Publish your
uniRank University Ranking™

Overview

Valley City State University is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Valley City, North Dakota, United States. Founded in 1890, Valley City State University (VCSU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. VCSU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 136-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. VCSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Valley City State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Valley City State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Valley City State University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Valley City State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym VCSU
Founded 1890
Motto
Colours Cardinal red and blue
Mascot Viking

Do you work for this university?

CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY

Location

Address 101 College Street SW
Valley City
58072 North Dakota
United States
Valley City State University's location map and satellite view Location Map
Satellite View
Street View
Valley City State University Phone Number (800) 532 8641
Valley City State University Fax Number (701) 845 7299
Other locations

Video Presentation

n.a.

Website

Search Engine

for programs, courses, degrees, tuition fees, admission policy and requirements, acceptance rate, accreditation, facilities, services, affiliations or any other information you want to find and learn about n.a.. Our search engine is powered by Google.
n.a.'s Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Valley City State University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1915


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Valley City State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


Tip: search for Valley City State University's accreditations with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Valley City State University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Valley City State University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Valley City State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Valley City State University's academic range and degree level offering.



Valley City State University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

Related Guide Articles

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Valley City State University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

Valley City State University Academic Programs/Courses

Click here to explore a list of , or if they are not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.


Related Guides

You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Valley City State University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Valley City State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Valley City State University.



Valley City State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

Tip: search for Valley City State University's tuition fees with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Valley City State University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Valley City State University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Valley City State University Admission Info


Valley City State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Valley City State University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Valley City State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Valley City State University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Valley City State University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Valley City State University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Valley City State University's Admission Office Admission Office

101 College Street SW
Valley City 58072
(701) 845 7101
800 532 8641

Tip: search for Valley City State University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.

Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Valley City State University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Valley City State University Size and Profile


Valley City State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Valley City State University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Valley City State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Valley City State University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Valley City State University's Control Type Control Type

Valley City State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Valley City State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Valley City State University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Valley City State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Valley City State University's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Valley City State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Valley City State University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Valley City State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Valley City State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



Related Guide Articles

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Facilities and Services

Valley City State University Facilities


Valley City State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Valley City State University's Library
Valley City State University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 76,277 physical volumes, 3,722 physical media, 197,669 digital/electronic media and 61 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Valley City State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Valley City State University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Valley City State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 462 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Valley City State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Valley City State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Valley City State University Services


Valley City State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Valley City State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Valley City State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Valley City State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Valley City State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Related Guide Articles

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Valley City State University's facilities and services.

Academic Structure

Valley City State University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Valley City State University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Valley City State University
  • Business and Information Technology
  • Communication Arts and Social Science
  • Fine Arts
  • Math, Science and Health and Physical Education
  • School of Education and Graduate Studies

Related Guide Articles

Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.

Memberships and Affiliations

Valley City State University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Valley City State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • North Dakota University System (NDUS)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


Related Guide Articles

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

Valley City State University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Valley City State University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

n.a.

Instagram Instagram

Valley City State University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Valley City State University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

n.a.


Related Guide Articles

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.

Do you work for this university?

CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY

Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Valley City State University's Wikipedia article

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Online Courses You Can Trust

Coursera Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valley City State University public or private?

Valley City State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Valley City State University profit or non-profit?

Valley City State University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Valley City State University in terms of enrollment?

Valley City State University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Valley City State University in terms of academic staff?

Valley City State University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Valley City State University a coeducational institution?

Valley City State University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Valley City State University use?

Valley City State University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Valley City State University affiliated with?

None.

Does Valley City State University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Valley City State University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Valley City State University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Valley City State University VCSU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Valley City State University VCSU located?

Valley City State University is located in Valley City, North Dakota, United States. Address: 101 College Street SW.

Is Valley City State University VCSU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Valley City State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since 1915).

Does Valley City State University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Valley City State University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Valley City State University have a university library?

Yes Valley City State University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 76,277 physical volumes, 3,722 physical media, 197,669 digital/electronic media and 61 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Valley City State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Valley City State University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Valley City State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 462 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Valley City State University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Valley City State University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Valley City State University offer career services?

Yes

Does Valley City State University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Valley City State University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

Related Resources