College comparison

The University of Texas at Tyler vs Valdosta State University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX	Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA
Acceptance rateValdosta State University is more selective	94%	72%
SAT (25–75)	1010–1200	920–1100
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	7,440	6,622
Avg net price	$13,323	$10,945
Median earnings (10 yr)The University of Texas at Tyler reports higher median earnings	$57,053	$49,361
Graduation rate	54%	42%
Median debt	$17,137	$24,779
Economic mobility	—	1.3%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is The University of Texas at Tyler or Valdosta State University harder to get into?

Valdosta State University is more selective: The University of Texas at Tyler's acceptance rate is approximately 94% and Valdosta State University's is approximately 72% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas at Tyler vs Valdosta State University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1010–1200 at The University of Texas at Tyler and 920–1100 at Valdosta State University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.