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Your Passion

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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There's always something happening in Wildcat Nation. View our campus calendar to stay up-to-date with the latest events on and off campus.

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Educational Dreams

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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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Excellence Empowers

Success

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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

#8

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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FVSU Announces New Chief of Staff

FVSU Announces New Chief of Staff, Emma Bennett-Williams, Esq.

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FVSU Announces Fall 2023 Commencement Speaker and Honorary Doctorate Recipient

Fort Valley State University is proud to announce Rose M. Holton, MD, a distinguished alumna and accomplished anesthesiologist, as the commencement speaker.

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U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science and the National Laboratories Embark on a Collaborative Journey with FVSU's Cooperative Development Energy Program

Fort Valley State University's (FVSU) Cooperative Development Energy Program recently hosted a momentous visit from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), featuring distinguished representatives.

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FVSU’s Homecoming 2023 “1895: The HITS” - Record Breaking Homecoming

FVSU’s Homecoming 2023 “1895: The HITS” will be remembered for the historic moments and achievements that took place during this remarkable week of celebration.

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