Valdosta State University
		Founded in 1906,  the Valdosta State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Valdosta (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Georgia.   Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Valdosta State University (VSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.  This 117-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.  The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.  VSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library,  housing,  sports facilities,  financial aids and/or scholarships,  study abroad and exchange programs,  online courses and distance learning opportunities,  as well as administrative services.