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Discover life at VCSU

Top-ranked public regional college in North Dakota as ranked by U.S. News and World Report.

Why choose VCSU

Academics
Choose from more than 65 degrees to find your passion.
Scholarships
With generous scholarships and financial aid available, you can earn your degree at an affordable price.
Career Ready
Graduate in three or four years with a powerful degree, and take advantage of our extensive internship programs.
Experiences
Take advantage of the opportunity to be involved in clubs, music, athletics, organizations and more.
Connections
Make lasting friendships, memories and connections that last a lifetime.

Applying is Easy

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VCSU alumna, KaSaundra Peterson

Why did KaSaundra Peterson choose VCSU?

My time at VCSU was where I truly found out who I am and who I would be, and I know for a fact I wouldn’t be in this job, having the best time ever, if it wasn’t for the people I met, the classes I took, and the experiences I had while I attended VCSU.

I would encourage students to attend VCSU if they are looking for a school that has faculty, staff and other students who genuinely care for your success. VCSU was and still is, a second home to me.

Learn more about KaSaundra's VCSU experience

Come to campus for a visit today

Students visiting with President Alan LaFave

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT ON A VISIT

TALK WITH A PROFESSOR
  • Spend time with faculty in an academic area of your interest. We welcome you to sit in on a class.
LEARN ABOUT YOUR NEXT STEPS
SEE THE CAMPUS
  • Take a campus tour and stop by the wellness center to see
    our top-of-the-line facilities.

Meet our students and alumni

Shelby Hartman

Shelby Hartman

“I always knew I wanted to go to the BEST “teacher college” so it was never a question of where to go! I toured VCSU with my family on a Viking Visit Day and felt that home-like feeling I knew I would need to succeed.”

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VCSU student Garret Fettig

Garret Fettig

I chose VCSU because I knew I wanted to attend a small university where it’s easier to make connections and know people. I toured VCSU and felt that small community, family-like aspect for myself. I was also offered a really good scholarship package that proved to me how much VCSU would value me as a student. I was sold.

Read more about why Garret chose VCSU

Live a day as a Viking

Activities for everyone

Starting your life as a Viking means joining, belonging and building friendships that last a lifetime.

Students on campus experience a wide range of activities that can shape their entire life. From athletics, dorm life, student clubs and organizations and everyday classroom activities, campus life helps you build relationships. Valley City State University’s campus is one of the most beautiful and welcoming campuses in the upper Midwest. Come and see what it is like to experience life as a Viking.