Virginia Wesleyan University (VWU)

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	858
Religious affiliation	Methodism
Student to faculty ratio	12 to 1
Acceptance rate	86%
Students retention rate	66%
On-time graduation rate	47%

Located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, VWU is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 86% indicates that VWU is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Virginia Wesleyan University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, 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 12-to-1, VWU emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at VWU is reported to be 47%, 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 VWU is 66% , 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 VWU do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
The institution provides on-campus housing
Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

86.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$36,910

Cost of attendance at Virginia Wesleyan University 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

$36,910

Cost of attendance at Virginia Wesleyan University 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, 99 of freshman students at Virginia Wesleyan University received on average $27,737 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.

$27,737

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	111	35%	$4,467	$495,858
Other Federal Grant	283	88%	$3,688	$1,043,642
State Grant/Scholarships	205	64%	$3,406	$698,320
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	319	99%	$22,276	$7,106,030
Total Grant & Scholarships	319	99%	$27,737	$8,847,992

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Virginia Wesleyan University 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 Wesleyan University students is 46.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 50.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 40.8%.

46.8%

African American 41.8% 43 students
white 50.6% 81 students
unknown 51.4% 18 students
hispanic 33.3% 8 students
Mixed Race 60.0% 9 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Old Dominion Athletic Conference
Basketball Old Dominion Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Old Dominion Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Virginia Wesleyan University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Virginia Wesleyan University 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
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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