Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Wesleyan University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Virginia Beach, VA. It enrolls about 1,711 students and admits roughly 71% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Virginia Beach, VA 23455 |
| County | Virginia Beach City |
| Enrollment | 1,711 |
| Acceptance rate | 71% |
| Applicants / admitted | 2,651 / 1,890 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $36,960 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $36,960 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 49% |
| Transfer-out rate | 36% |
| Full-time retention rate | 67% |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Master's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 560–670 |
| ACT middle 50% | 28–29 |
| Website | https://www.vwu.edu/ |
| Phone | 7574553200 |
Admissions
About 2,651 students applied and 1,890 were admitted. Of those admitted, 373 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $36,960 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 422 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 49% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Virginia Wesleyan University is in Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia Beach City. Its coordinates are 36.8684, -76.1861.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Virginia Wesleyan University?
About 71% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 2,651 applicants.
How much does Virginia Wesleyan University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $36,960 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Virginia Wesleyan University?
About 1,711 students are enrolled.