Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
97.73%
SAT Average
860
ACT Range
Not available
Virginia Union University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 97.73%. This means approximately 977 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,153 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
97.73%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,880 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,880 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $34,960 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,580 | State avg: $17,997. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 50.64% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 45.60% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Virginia Union University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$14,880
Room and board
$9,552
Books and supplies
$0
Other expenses
$5,000
Fees and remainder
$5,528
Sticker price
$34,960
Average net price
$19,580
Average aid coverage
44%
$15,380 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Virginia Union University pays approximately $19,580 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Virginia average of $17,997 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Virginia Union University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Virginia and national averages.
Virginia Union University net price
$19,580
Virginia average
$17,997
National average
$17,506
Virginia Union University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $14,880 and average net price at $19,580. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$14,880
Current net price
$19,580
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
41.33%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$38,275
Undergraduates
1,153
10-Year Median Earnings - Virginia Union University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Virginia Union University graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Virginia Union University?
Undergraduates
1,153
Completion rate
41.33%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
50.64%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
45.60%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 50.64% of Virginia Union University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 45.60% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Virginia Union University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Virginia Union University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Virginia Union University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Virginia Union University is listed at 1500 N Lombardy St, Richmond, VA 23220. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Virginia Union University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Union University | 97.73% | $14,880 | $19,580 | $38,275 |
| Washington and Lee University | 17.36% | $64,525 | $23,911 | $94,810 |
| Chamberlain University-Virginia | 100.00% | $20,462 | Not available | $92,405 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | 16.86% | $58,014 | $22,881 | $86,863 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 57.03% | $36,694 | $23,790 | $81,698 |
Similar Schools in Richmond
This local cluster focuses on nearby Richmond schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Richmond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia Union University's acceptance rate?
Virginia Union University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 97.73%.
How much is Virginia Union University tuition?
Virginia Union University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $14,880.
What is Virginia Union University's average net price?
Virginia Union University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,580.
What does Virginia Union University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $17,272 for Virginia Union University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Virginia Union University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $38,275 for Virginia Union University.
Is Virginia Union University accredited?
Virginia Union University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Virginia Union University?
The local dataset lists 1,153 undergraduate students at Virginia Union University.
What percentage of Virginia Union University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Virginia Union University in the local dataset is 50.64%.
What is the federal loan rate at Virginia Union University?
The federal loan rate for Virginia Union University in the local dataset is 45.60%.
Where should I verify Virginia Union University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Virginia Union University or the latest official federal education data.