Valdosta State University (VSU) is a public university located in Valdosta, Georgia. It is part of the University System of Georgia, which oversees public higher education institutions in the state. VSU offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, funded primarily by state appropriations and tuition fees.
As a public university, VSU emphasizes accessibility and affordability for in-state students, though it also welcomes out-of-state and international applicants. The institution is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), further affirming its status as a public educational establishment.