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Virginia University of Lynchburg

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 170
Religious affiliation Baptist
Student to faculty ratio 14 to 1
Students retention rate 70%
On-time graduation rate 11%

Located in Lynchburg, Virginia, Virginia University of Lynchburg is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Virginia University of Lynchburg is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Virginia University of Lynchburg is accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Virginia University of Lynchburg emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg is reported to be 11%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Virginia state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 67% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at Virginia University of Lynchburg is 70% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Virginia is 81%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Virginia University of Lynchburg do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools
  • HBCU
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,136

Cost of attendance at Virginia University of Lynchburg in 2022 for students from Virginia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Virginia's average $14,223
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$10,136

Cost of attendance at Virginia University of Lynchburg in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Virginia's average $33,092
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 53 of freshman students at Virginia University of Lynchburg received on average $6,875 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,875
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 26 53% $6,016 $156,406
Other Federal Grant 26 53% $6,346 $165,002
State Grant/Scholarships 1 2% $3,600 $3,600
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 3 6% $3,379 $10,136
Total Grant & Scholarships 26 53% $6,875 $178,738

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Virginia University of Lynchburg students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Virginia University of Lynchburg students is 11.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 15.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 10.2%.

11.4%

  • African American 11.7% 9 students

Athletic Associations

  • NCCAA
    National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Service Offerings

Virginia University of Lynchburg provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Virginia University of Lynchburg offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

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