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FVSU Student Success Road Map
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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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Financial Aid
Higher education is a profound financial commitment. Fort Valley State University is committed to making education accessible to students from all backgrounds.
Scholarships
To support our commitment to accessible and affordable education, Fort Valley State University offers a variety of competition and performance based scholarships.
Work Study
Fort Valley State University offers Federal Work-Study to help students cover a portion of their educational expenses while working on campus.
Excellence Empowers
Success
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.
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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From Displacement to Distinction: The Journey of Jartavious Henton
FVSU grad Jartavious Deon Henton, a motivational speaker, scholar, and proud native of Fort Valley, Georgia, is a testament to the power of resilience, education and community.
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Project NURTURE's Trailblazer: The Resilient Path of Jacquline Williams
Jacquline Williams is a trailblazer, being one of the first graduates of the Project Network for Urban and Rural Teachers United for Residency Engagement (NURTURE) Pathway Program at FVSU.
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Valedictorian Spotlight: Rylan Bagsby’s Journey of Creativity and Service
Rylan Bagsby’s journey is one of talent, determination, and service. As he steps into the next chapter of his life, he carries the values and experiences that define what it means to be a Wildcat.
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Never Too Late: Tracy Rucker’s Journey to Graduation
Tracy Rucker, FVSU financial aid counselor, is graduating on December 7.