Virginia Wesleyan University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Virginia Wesleyan University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: United Methodist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Virginia Wesleyan University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,241, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 86%. The university offers 35 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 47%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $36,010.
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- #2 Ranked in Best Online Environmental Science Programs
- #23 Ranked in The Best Colleges for LGBTQ+ Students
- #39 Ranked in The Best College for LGBTQ+ Students In Each State
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
86% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
66% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
47% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Considered (not required)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
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 Percentile27-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1150-1380
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
16%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
51%
Unknown
4%
Black
25%
Hispanic
9%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
35% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
11
Total Online Enrollment
215
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.16% online, 84% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
70% On-campus
30% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's29% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's50% online
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 for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| 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
88%
State Grant Aid
64%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
35%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$31k
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
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Field Hockey
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | History | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.