Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003747
- Phone: (804) 355-0671
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
59.41%FINANCIAL AID RATE
86%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$10,672Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
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.
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 Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 85% | $12,451 |
Receiving Student Loans | 46% | $5,324 |
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
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by The University of Virginia’s College at Wise by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Engineering
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to The University of Virginia’s College at Wise.
- University of South Carolina - Union in Sumter, SC (164 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Lancaster in Columbia, SC (183 miles away)
- Ohio State University - Newark Campus in Marion, OH (214 miles away)
- Georgia Gwinnett College in West Covina, CA (221 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Sumter in Allendale, SC (243 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003747
- Phone: (804) 355-0671
- School Homepage