School Description
Provided by Virginia Union UniversityVirginia Union University, nourished by the African American heritage and energized by a commitment to excellence, provides a nurturing, intellectually challenging and spiritually enriching environment. Virginia Union University develops scholars, leaders, and lifelong learners who attain their maximum potential to become contributing members of a global society.
Seeking to empower students, the University provides dynamic academic and support programs that help students develop strong moral values to build a foundation for success. The University offers a broad range of educational opportunities while advancing its focus on teaching, research, science, and technology, as well as adult continuing education, civic engagement, and distance education.
Virginia Union University is a premier historically black institution of higher education,
transforming the world one student at a time.
Virginia Union University
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaVirginia Union University (VUU) is a historically black university located in Richmond, Virginia. It was formed in 1899 by the merger of two older schools, Richmond Theological Institute and Wayland Seminary, each founded after the end of American Civil War by the American Baptist Home Mission Society. VUU's campus is located at 1500 North Lombardy Street in Richmond's North Side.
Mission
Virginia Union University seeks to maximize the potential of individuals from varied academic backgrounds within the context of a challenging and nurturing academic environment, offering students the opportunity to excel as scholars and leaders.
The University was founded in 1865 to give the newly emancipated freedmen an opportunity for education of the mind in an ethical, religious environment. Excellent teaching and enlightened guidance for all students remain the institution's primary emphases. An historically black university, Virginia Union University embraces the uniqueness and contributions of the African Diaspora, celebrating the value of cultural and intellectual diversity.
Seeking to empower students for the pursuit of life-long learning, the University provides comprehensive undergraduate liberal arts programs and graduate education for Christian ministries. To this end, a guiding principle of the University's educational program is a strong focus upon moral values and ethics, and students are encouraged to engage in activities that promote self-actualization.
History
By late 1865, the American Civil War was over, which ended slavery in America. Approximately 4 million former African American slaves, now known as freedmen, were to become citizens, although many had been deprived of formal education and prevented from becoming literate by Southern state laws. Southern states were in upheaval after the war. Both planters and freedmen were trying to figure out what a free labor market would entail. Freedmen were so eager for education that they began to set up their own schools before the end of the war.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Mid-Atlantic
- Setting:
- Mid-size City Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Affiliation:
- Baptist
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
- Mascot:
- Panthers
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 1,481
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 98%
- Athletic Programs:
- Available
Degree Programs at Virginia Union University
Bachelor's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.See more schools with programs in English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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Film and Theater
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Film and Theater
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Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions.See more schools with programs in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
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Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
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Foreign Languages
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Foreign Languages
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French Language and Literature
A program that focuses on the French language and related dialects and creoles. Includes instruction in French philology, Metropolitan French, Canadian French, African and Caribbean Creoles, French regional dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.See more schools with programs in French Language and Literature
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French Language and Literature
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History
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History
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History
A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration.See more schools with programs in History
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Other History
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History
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Music
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Music
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Music Performance
A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings.See more schools with programs in Music Performance
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Music Performance
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Religion/Religious Studies
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General Religion/Religious Studies
A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior.See more schools with programs in General Religion/Religious Studies
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General Religion/Religious Studies
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Visual Arts
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Visual Arts
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Art/Art Studies
Art and Art Studies is a general, introductory program that focuses on the study and appreciation of the visual arts. Students of these two or four year programs receive instruction in art, photography, and other visual communications media.See more schools with programs in Art/Art Studies
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Art/Art Studies
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
An accounting program provides the tools to practice accounting and to perform related business functions. This program includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.See more schools with programs in Accounting
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Accounting
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Financial Services
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Financial Services
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Finance
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting; financial instruments; capital planning; funds acquisition; asset and debt management; budgeting; financial analysis; and investments and portfolio management.See more schools with programs in Finance
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Finance
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General Business
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
Generally, this program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control a firm or organization. To aid them in taking a leading role in business, individuals in this program study management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.See more schools with programs in Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Information Systems
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Information Systems
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Management Information Systems
A program that generally prepares individuals to provide and manage data systems and related facilities for processing and retrieving internal business information; select systems and train personnel; and respond to external data requests. Includes instruction in cost and accounting information systems, management control systems, personnel information systems, data storage and security, business systems networking, report preparation, computer facilities and equipment operation and maintenance, operator supervision and training, and management information systems policy and planning.See more schools with programs in Management Information Systems
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Management Information Systems
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Management
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Management
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Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
A program that generally prepares individuals to manage the development of human capital in organizations, and to provide related services to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, sex roles, civil rights, human resources law and regulations, motivation and compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment and selection, managing employee and job training programs, and the management of human resources programs and operations.See more schools with programs in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
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Office Management and Supervision
A program that prepares individuals to supervise and manage the operations and personnel of business offices and management-level divisions. Includes instruction in employee supervision, management, and labor relations; budgeting; scheduling and coordination; office systems operation and maintenance; office records management, organization, and security; office facilities design and space management; preparation and evaluation of business management data; and public relations.See more schools with programs in Office Management and Supervision
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Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
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Sales Management
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Sales Management
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General Merchandising, Sales and Related Marketing Operations
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General Merchandising, Sales and Related Marketing Operations
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Communication & Media
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General Journalism
A program that focuses on the theory and practice of gathering, processing, and delivering news and that prepares individuals to be professional print journalists, news editors, and news managers. Includes instruction in news writing and editing; reporting; photojournalism; layout and graphic design; journalism law and policy; professional standards and ethics; research methods; and journalism history and criticism.See more schools with programs in General Journalism
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General Journalism
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Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Education and Teaching
A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.See more schools with programs in Special Education and Teaching
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Special Education and Teaching
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Teacher Training
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Teacher Training
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Biology Teacher Education
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Business Teacher Education
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English/Language Arts Teacher Education
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History Teacher Education
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Mathematics Teacher Education
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Music Teacher Education
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
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Biology Teacher Education
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Special Needs Education
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Mathematics and Computer Science
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Any instructional program that is derived from two or more distinct programs to provide a cross-cutting focus on a subject concentration that is not subsumed under a single discipline or occupational field.See more schools with programs in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Natural Sciences
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Mathematics and Computer Science
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Life Science
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Biology
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Biology
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Biology/Biological Sciences
Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.See more schools with programs in Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology
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Biology
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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Natural Sciences
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Chemistry
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Chemistry
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General Chemistry
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General Chemistry
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Chemistry
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Chemistry
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Social Sciences
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Criminology
A program that focuses on the systematic study of crime as a sociopathological phenomenon, the behavior of criminals, and the social institutions evolved to respond to crime. Includes instruction in the theory of crime, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, social value systems and the theory of punishment, criminal law and criminal justice systems, penology, rehabilitation and recidivism, studies of specific types of crime, social attitudes and policy, and applications to specific issues in law enforcement administration and policy.See more schools with programs in Criminology
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International Relations and Affairs
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International Relations and Affairs
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General Political Science and Government
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General Political Science and Government
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Psychology
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Psychology
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General Psychology
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General Psychology
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Sociology
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Sociology
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Sociology
A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.See more schools with programs in Sociology
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Sociology
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Criminology
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Social Work
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General Social Work
A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.See more schools with programs in General Social Work
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General Social Work
Students
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Top States for Incoming Freshman
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 43% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | Yes |
Athletics
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Football (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc) Basketball (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc) Track (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 12,770 | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 11,600 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 1,170 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,597 | 42% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 2,505 | 34% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 13,468 | 4% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 5,660 | 66% | |
Any Aid: |
97% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 100% (Open Admissions) |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 25.00 |
College Advice |
Question: how is this college virginia union university?Hey i recieved mail from a college called virginia union university to apply to their school for free with a priority scholarship, i was thinking bout applying there since i dont have to pay and they have a football team called the panthers division 2. can anyone tell me is this college good, popular or is it the same as going to lehman college cause i reside in the bronx,ny11 months ago
Best AnswerThis school will be a big difference to you, coming from NY! It is an "OK" school. VUU has the distinction of housing the City of Richmond Police Academy, so if you are looking at a Criminal Justice Degree or something in that vein, you have some very good resources at your disposal. I will tell you that if you are going there on a sports scholarship, don't do it! VUU is infamous for treating it's sports scholarship students very poorly. I had a friend who went there for football (he also had a scholarship for NCU) and he got injured on the field. VUU withdrew his scholarship and kicked him from the school. The area is... different. Public Transportation in Richmond is famous for not going where you want to go. You can take the bus to the grocery store, but if you want to go anyplace worthwhile you need a car. I don't know about their on campus parking policies. The education is good, the school is popular. It is just going to be a culture shock to you. If you have an opportunity, try to visit the school. I know that I have a low opinion of the school, but there are others who love the school. (They have a heck of a sorority there, apparently!) |
Question: Does anyone attend Virginia Union University?I will be there in Jan. (Spring). Very Happy!!14 months ago
Best Answercollegefinder.my-age.net - try this site. It has info about getting into Virginia Union University, tips to apply and grades requirements. |
Question: Is Virginia Union University a good school?I am thinking about going to Virginia Union University, but I have yet to go on a campus tour, which I will soon. Is this a good school? I plan on going for a year and transfer. By the way, I was already accepted.21 months ago
Best AnswerUm well it depends on what you consider to be a good school. It's not hard to get in, so prestige-wise it's pretty low on the scale, but that does not mean that it's a bad school. The average SAT scores are SAT Critical Reading: 350 - 420 SAT Math: 320 - 410 which are really low. You probably would not be surrounded by the nation's best and brightest. You might like it though. Good luck. |
Question: Does anybody know if Virginia Union University has cable television inside the dormitary???School, Education, books, college, richmond, va, panthers, black college30 months ago
Best AnswerBack in 1997, they did not. But, it's been 10 years since I was last in the dorms. They were pretty junky back in the day. And you could starve on the meal plan. Hopefully, VUU has improved a whole lot from what it was. |
