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FVSU Receives Award for Institutional Transformation

Recoginzed by NISS for Inaugural Catalyst Award

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At Fort Valley State University, we empower students to push the boundaries of what is possible. With our dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and innovated programs, we offer our students an unparalleled opportunity to explore their interests and prepare for a fulfilling career.

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Financial Aid

Higher education is a profound financial commitment. Fort Valley State University is committed to making education accessible to students from all backgrounds.

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Scholarships

To support our commitment to accessible and affordable education, Fort Valley State University offers a variety of competition and performance based scholarships.

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Work Study

Fort Valley State University offers Federal Work-Study to help students cover a portion of their educational expenses while working on campus.

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FVSU leverages its near 128-year tradition of excellence and uniqueness in academic and co-curricular programming to educate students and provide opportunities to engage directly in world-changing research with internationally recognized faculty members tackling complex global challenges.

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in STEM Research National Science Foundation Funding - Among public teaching colleges in Georgia

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Public HBCU in Georgia - US News and World Report, 2019 and 2020 Best Colleges rankings

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Best Value Historically Black Graduate Schools - bestvalueschools.com, 2018

A Message From

Paul Jones, Ph.D.

10th President

Founded in 1895, Fort Valley State University has a storied history, peopled by graduates that have gone on to impact the world of politics, industry, science and the arts. We provide our students an educational environment where opportunities in experiential learning and hands-on research abound.  I invite you to join FVSU and EMPOWER the POSSIBLE.
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Fort Valley State University faculty, staff, students and alumni are making headlines!  Explore our pressroom and read the latest news from our University community.

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Fort Valley State University Welcomes Alumnus and Superintendent Craig Lockhart, Ed.D. as Keynote Speaker for Founders Day Convocation

Fort Valley State University is proud to welcome Craig D. Lockhart ‘96, Ed.D., will deliver the keynote address at the 2024 Founders Day Convocation.

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Fort Valley State University Receives Inaugural NISS Catalyst Award for Institutional Transformation

FVSU was recognized by the National Institute for Student Success for the inaugural Catalyst Award for Institutional Transformation.

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FVSU CDEP Partners with Imola Automotive USA, LLC to Enhance STEM Education and Workforce Development

FVSU CDEP and Imola Automotive signed an MOU to collaborate on STEM education and workforce development

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FVSU Announces General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs

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