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Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA
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Virginia Union University
Overview
Virginia Union University is a Comprehensive institution located in Richmond, VA, in an urban setting.
Location & Contact
Address
1500 North Lombardy Street
Richmond, VA 23220-1170
United States
Richmond, VA 23220-1170
United States
Contact
Ms. Danitra Morrison
Assistant Director of Admissions
Email: dvmorrison@vuu.edu
Phone: 804-257-5853
Fax: 804-342-3511
Assistant Director of Admissions
Email: dvmorrison@vuu.edu
Phone: 804-257-5853
Fax: 804-342-3511
Majors & Degrees
| Biological And Biomedical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
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| Biology/biological Sciences |
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| Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Accounting |
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| Entrepreneurship |
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| Finance |
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| Management Information Systems |
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| Marketing/marketing Management |
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| Merchandising, Sales, And Marketing Operations Related (general) |
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| Communication, Journalism And Related Programs | Associate | Bachelors |
| Mass Communication/media |
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| Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer And Information Sciences |
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| Computer Systems Networking And Telecommunications |
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| Education | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biology Teacher Education |
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| Business Teacher Education |
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| Chemistry Teacher Education |
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| Education (multiple Levels) |
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| Elementary Education |
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| English/language Arts Teacher Education |
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| History Teacher Education |
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| Kindergarten/preschool Education |
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| Mathematics Teacher Education |
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| Special Education |
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| English Language And Literature/Letters | Associate | Bachelors |
| English |
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| History | Associate | Bachelors |
| History |
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| Mathematics And Statistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Mathematics |
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| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Multi/interdisciplinary Studies Related |
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| Physical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Chemistry |
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| Psychology | Associate | Bachelors |
| Psychology |
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| Public Administration And Social Service Professions | Associate | Bachelors |
| Social Work |
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| Social Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Criminology |
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| Political Science And Government |
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| Visual And Performing Arts | Associate | Bachelors |
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| Fine/studio Arts |
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| Music |
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| Music Performance |
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| Music Theory And Composition |
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
7,337
Applied
3,598
Accepted
1,509
Enrolled
Female Admissions
4,555
Females Applied
2,221
Females Accepted
49%
Male Admissions
2,782
Males Applied
1,377
Males Accepted
49%
Applying
25
Application Fee
2.71
Avg. high school GPA for freshman
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Required |
Transcript of high school record |
| Required for some programs |
Interview |
| Recommended |
Essay |
Application Deadlines
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall freshmen | Not reported | Not reported | Yes |
| Other early decision plan | Not reported | Not reported | |
| Transfer | Not reported | Not reported | Yes |
Test Scores Accepted
| Test | Avg. Score | 25th %
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75th %
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| ACT Composite | 16 | 13 | 19 |
Tuition & Fees
Tuition
15,530
Fees
1,918
Full-time student fees
8,598
Room & board
3,976
Room only
Other Payment Considerations
| Guaranteed tuition plan offered | No |
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| Tuition pre-payment plan | No |
| Tuition payment plans offered | Yes |
| Tuition deferred payment | Yes |
| Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuition |
Employees |
Financial Aid
15,065
Avg. Financial Aid Package
14,427
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
4,120
Avg. Loan Aid
6,036
Avg. Grant Aid
10,971
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
53%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
6%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
1,509
Total Undergrad students
0%
International Students
46%
Out-of-state students
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 0.93% |
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| Black or African American | 92.25% |
| White or Caucasian | 1.46% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.66% |
| Asian | 0.33% |
| Other | 3.98% |
Gender
Male (41.95%)
Female (58.05%)
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
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| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | None |
| Housing options |
Co-ed housing Men-only housing Women-only housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 72% |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Drama/theatre group
Student-run radio station
Marching band
Choral groups
Campus events:
Homecoming, Founder's Day and PantherFest
Homecoming, Founder's Day and PantherFest
Student Services
Legal services
Health clinic
Personal/psychological counseling
Women's center
International students advisor
Student Organizations
Greek fraternities
Greek sororities
Local fraternities
Local sororities
Most popular organizations:
Student Government Association, Panther PALS (Peer Advisory Leadership Students), Men About Positive Purpose, NAACP and Student Athlete Advisory Committee
Student Government Association, Panther PALS (Peer Advisory Leadership Students), Men About Positive Purpose, NAACP and Student Athlete Advisory Committee
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Student patrols
Late-night transport/escort services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
Athletics
Men's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
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| Basketball | |
Division 2 | |
| Bowling | No | Division 2 | |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 2 | |
| Football | No | Division 2 | |
| Golf | No | Division 2 | |
| Softball | No | No | No |
| Tennis | No | Division 2 | |
| Track And Field | No | Division 2 | |
| Volleyball | No | No | No |
Women's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
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| Basketball | No | Division 2 | |
| Bowling | No | Division 2 | |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 2 | |
| Football | No | No | No |
| Golf | No | No | No |
| Softball | |
Division 2 | |
| Tennis | No | Division 2 | |
| Track And Field | No | Division 2 | |
| Volleyball | No | Division 2 | |
Faculty
138
Total Faculty
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-time - 75
Part-time - 63
Male - 63
Female - 75