Virginia State University
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's Degree
Tuition per Year (in state)
$9,755
Surrounding Environment
Suburb: Large
Description:
Virginia State, founded in 1882, is a public, comprehensive, historically black university. Its 236-acre campus is located in Petersburg, 25 miles south of Richmond.
1 Hayden Drive
Petersburg, VA 23806
General Info:
804.524.5000
Website:
www.vsu.edu/
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Virginia State University
Admissions
Fall 2023
Requirements:
- Secondary school GPA
- Secondary school record
- Recommendations
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Admission:
Total Men WomenNumber of Applicants 10,577 3,442 7,135Applicants Admitted 9,424 2,968 6,456Admitted Students Enrolled Full Time 1,444 576 868Part Time 4 0 4
Test Scores:
SAT The SAT was taken by 196 enrolled students, or 14%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Critical Reading 420 540 Math 380 510 Writing 420 540
ACT The ACT was taken by 23 enrolled students, or 2%.
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Virginia State University
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Year: 2023-2024
Average Tuition & Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduates
Tuition & Fees In-State $9,755Out-Of-State $22,006Books & Supplies $1,300On-Campus Room & Board $12,966Other Expenses $3,640Off-Campus Room & Board $15,068Other Expenses $4,940Off-Campus With Family Other Expenses $12,826
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Virginia State University
Programs
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Majors | Degree Type |
---|---|
Accounting. | Bachelor's Degree |
Agriculture, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Biology/Biological Sciences, General. | Master's Degree |
Business Administration and Management, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Business/Managerial Economics. | Master's Degree |
Chemistry, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Computer Engineering, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Computer Science. | Master's Degree |
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. | Master's Degree |
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services. | Master's Degree |
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. | Bachelor's Degree |
Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's Degree |
Dietetics/Dietitian. | Postbaccalaureate |
Educational Leadership and Administration, General. | MD/DO |
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | MD/DO |
Elementary Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's Degree |
English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Family and Consumer Economics and Related Services, Other. | Bachelor's Degree |
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General. | MD/DO |
Health/Medical Psychology. | MD/DO |
History, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Hospitality Administration/Management, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Industrial Technology/Technician. | Bachelor's Degree |
Information Science/Studies. | MD/DO |
International Agriculture. | MD/DO |
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's Degree |
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. | Bachelor's Degree |
Management Information Systems, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Manufacturing Engineering. | Bachelor's Degree |
Marketing/Marketing Management, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Mass Communication/Media Studies. | Bachelor's Degree |
Mathematics, General. | Master's Degree |
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor's Degree |
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Master's Degree |
Music Performance, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. | Bachelor's Degree |
Political Science and Government, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Psychology, General. | Master's Degree |
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other. | MD/DO |
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other. | Master's Degree |
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. | Bachelor's Degree |
Social Work. | Master's Degree |
Sociology, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Special Education and Teaching, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. | Master's Degree |
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. | Bachelor's Degree |
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education. | Master's Degree |
Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's Degree |
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Virginia State University
Financial Aid
Undergraduate Year: 2022-2023
Aid Type | # Receiving | % Receiving | Average Amt |
---|---|---|---|
Federal Grants | 921 | 67% | $ 9,198 |
State/Local Grants | 589 | 43% | $ 7,613 |
Institutional Grants | 850 | 62% | $ 3,036 |
Loans To Students | 1,263 | 92% | $ 7,092 |
Percent of In-State, full-time, first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 64%
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Virginia State University
Enrollment
Fall 2022
Undergraduate: | 4,300 |
Graduate: | 348 |
School Total: | 4,648 |
By Gender | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
Men | 1,737 / 40% | 114 / 33% |
Women | 2,563 / 60% | 234 / 67% |
By Race | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
International | 21 / 0% | 10 / 3% |
African-American | 3,931 / 91% | 312 / 90% |
Native American | 5 / 0% | 1 / 0% |
Asian | 14 / 0% | 2 / 1% |
Hispanic | 63 / 1% | 1 / 0% |
Caucasian | 87 / 2% | 13 / 4% |
Other | 179 / 4% | 9 / 3% |
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Virginia State University
Student Services
Services Offered:
- Academic/Career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Special Learning Opportunities Offered:
- Distance Learning Opportunities (Undergraduate & Graduate)
- ROTC
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification
Library:
- Physical Facilities
- Organized collection of printed materials
- Access to digital/electronic resources
- Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials
- Established library hours
- Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions
ROTC Options:
- Army
Teacher Certification Details:
- Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
- Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
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Virginia State University
Athletics
Athletic Association: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
NCAA or NAIA Membership:
Football: Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc Basketball: Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc Baseball: Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc Cross Country/Track: Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc
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