Fort Valley State University

About Fort Valley State University

Fort Valley State University is Georgia’s #1 public Historically Black College and University (HBCU) according to U.S. News & World Report 2021 Best College rankings for the third consecutive year. An 1890 land-grant institution, FVSU is one of the fastest growing colleges in the University System of Georgia. With an enrollment of nearly 3,000, FVSU is the perfect size for building lifelong ties that reach beyond culture and background – ties that are based on a shared love of learning and a thirst for personal growth. The beautiful campus is located on 1,365 acres in picturesque Peach County. With small class sizes, an affordable tuition rate, relevant course offerings, accessible professors and administrators, FVSU is a place of exciting change and growth, and is in close proximity to Georgia cities such as Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta, Albany, Savannah and Valdosta. FVSU is a fully accredited, comprehensive, four-year institution committed to providing strong academic programs, online courses and extracurricular activities to students. More than 70 student organizations that range from sororities and fraternities to honor societies and student government keep the campus buzzing with activities year round. Fort Valley State University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master’s degrees. EEO Institution