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ACCEPTANCE RATE

59.41%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

86%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$10,672

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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The University of Virginia’s College at Wise (UVa-Wise)

3401 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA

The University of Virginia's College at Wise is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Wise, Virginia, which is a predominantly rural area. UVA-Wise has an annual student enrollment of approximately 2,000.

Areas of study offered at UVA-Wise include but are not limited to:

  • Social Sciences
  • Liberal Arts
  • Commerce
  • Biological and Physical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at The University of Virginia's College at Wise. A score in a range of 1250 to 1580 on the SAT, or 17 to 22 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. UVA-Wise has an admissions rate of 77% of which only 41% decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at uvawise.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $8,500, while nonresidents pay $23,000 per year. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,800 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered:

  • Baseball (NAIA Division II)
  • Basketball (NAIA Division II)
  • Football (NAIA Division II)
  • Golf (NAIA Division II)
  • Softball (NAIA Division II)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.uvawise.edu/.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students The University of Virginia’s College at Wise accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Total enrollment at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is around 2,100 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 15% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.

$9,900

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $25 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Annual tuition estimates are:
    • State Residents: $5,500-$6,600
    • Out-of-State: $23,000-$27,910
  • Charges per unit:
    • State Residents: $240-$280 per credit unit
    • Nonresidents: $980-$1,200 per credit unit
  • May offer prepaid tuition, allowing students to purchase tuition at current rates for future years.

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid86%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships85%$12,451
Receiving Student Loans46%$5,324
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise may provide student services like:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
    • * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2010)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
    • * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2001)
  • Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
    • * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2001)

Intercollegiate Athletics

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Basketball (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Football (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
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Programs Offered

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(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)

  • English Language and Literature

  • Health and Clinical Professions

  • Mathematics and Statistics

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