The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is a small public university located on a rural campus in Wise, Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,704, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 76%. The university offers 11 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 45%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $6,040, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $25,419.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile915-1160
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
61%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
71%
Unknown
13%
Black
10%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
52% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
1
Total Online Enrollment
1,035
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.61% online, 39% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
91% On-campus
9% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's9% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
52%
State Grant Aid
58%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
52%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debtafter graduation
$30k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Lacrosse
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Engineering. | |||
| 4 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | History. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 10 | Social Sciences. |
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