Valdosta State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

55%
Minority Students
66%
Female Students
2%
International
42
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Valdosta State University has a diverse student body with 55% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
44.2%(3,977)
Hispanic
10.3%(922)
African American
39.2%(3,524)
Asian
1.6%(144)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%(19)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(12)
Two or More Races
3.9%(348)
Unknown
0.5%(44)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color55%
Total Enrollment12,550
International Students2%

Cultural Engagement

Valdosta State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Valdosta State University has a gender distribution of 66% female students and 34% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
33.5%(3,055)
Women
66.5%(6,055)

Gender Statistics

Men3,055

24% of total enrollment

Women6,055

48% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Valdosta State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 45% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 14% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
4.4%(320)
18-19
25.1%(1,816)
20-21
32.2%(2,325)
22-24
20.9%(1,509)
25+
17.4%(1,260)

Graduate Student Ages

Under 18
0.0%(1)
18-19
0.0%(1)
20-21
1.1%(33)
22-24
16.6%(486)
25+
82.2%(2,400)

Age Diversity Insights

45%

Traditional Age (18-21)

14%

Non-Traditional (25+)

27%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Valdosta State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 78% in-state residents, 20% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
78.1%(852)
Out-of-State
20.3%(221)
International
1.6%(18)

Regional Representation

In-State852

78% of student body

Out-of-State221

20% of student body

International18

2% of student body

States Represented

42 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

55%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

66%

Female Students

Global Reach

2%

International

Age Diversity

14%

Non-Traditional Age