Virginia Union University
Historically Black college or university · Richmond, VA · 1,203 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
98%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
850–885
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$29,932
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$35,614
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
28%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Virginia Union University?
Virginia Union University accepts about 98 of every 100 applicants (98%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 850 and 885 on the SAT. A score at or above 885 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 850, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Virginia Union University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Virginia Union University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Virginia Union University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $35,614 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $29,932 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $19,660 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$19,660
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$19,660
- Room & board$11,016
- Total cost of attendance$35,614
- Average net price after grants$29,932
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Psychology, Public Administration & Social Work, Military Technologies.
Virginia Union University FAQ
- What is Virginia Union University's acceptance rate?
- 98% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Virginia Union University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 850–885. Aim for 885 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Virginia Union University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Virginia Union University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Virginia Union University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Virginia Union University cost?
- About $35,614 a year before aid; $29,932 on average after grants.
- What is Virginia Union University's FAFSA school code?
- 003766. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Virginia Union University receives your information.
- What is Virginia Union University's graduation rate?
- 28% of students finish within six years.
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