Valley City State University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Even at test-optional Valley City State, most enrolled students still submitted ACT scores. If you choose to submit, aim for a 21 to 24 ACT to land in the upper half of the typical range, while keeping your GPA and course performance steady.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Valley City State University facts and stats
Valley City State University enrolls 1,651 undergraduates in a small-town campus setting. Valley City State has a 71% freshman retention rate, slightly above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 53% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 11:1.
Valley City, ND
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Key Valley City State University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Valley City State, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes to improve your superscore, and confirm the Regular Decision deadline so you pick the last fall retake whose scores will arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
Valley City State’s in-state tuition is $6,619, while out-of-state tuition is $11,583. About 55% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $3,336. Submit the FAFSA by the March 15 priority deadline to be considered for aid.
At Valley City State, out-of-state tuition is $11,583, with in-state tuition at $6,619 and room and board adding $8,735. About 55% of students receive aid, and the average aid package is $15,094, which can substantially reduce billed costs. Merit awards average $3,336. Graduates leave with an average debt of $26,107.
Student life at Valley City State University
31% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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