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Southern Virginia University

country rank  1463
world rank  5223

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Overview

Founded in 1867, the Southern Virginia University is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Buena Vista (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Virginia. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Southern Virginia University (SVU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Southern Virginia University (SVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 158-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SVU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Southern Virginia University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Southern Virginia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Southern Virginia University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Southern Virginia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SVU
Founded 1867
Motto Learn that Life is Service
Colours Crimson, white and black
Mascot
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University Location

Address 1 University Hill Drive
Buena Vista
24416 Virginia
United States
Southern Virginia University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Southern Virginia University Phone Number (540) 261 8400
Southern Virginia University Fax Number
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Southern Virginia University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Southern Virginia University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Southern Virginia University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Southern Virginia University.



Southern Virginia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Southern Virginia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Southern Virginia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Southern Virginia University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Southern Virginia University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Southern Virginia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Southern Virginia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Southern Virginia University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Southern Virginia University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Southern Virginia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Southern Virginia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Southern Virginia University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Southern Virginia University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Southern Virginia University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Southern Virginia University's Library
Southern Virginia University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 70,742 physical volumes, 8,312 physical media, 41,020 digital/electronic media and 91 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 17 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Southern Virginia University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Southern Virginia University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Southern Virginia University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 623 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Southern Virginia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Southern Virginia University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Southern Virginia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Southern Virginia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Southern Virginia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Southern Virginia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Southern Virginia University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Southern Virginia University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Southern Virginia University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2012


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Southern Virginia University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Southern Virginia University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southern Virginia University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Southern Virginia University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Southern Virginia University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Southern Virginia University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Southern Virginia University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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