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Virginia Wesleyan University

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world rank  3125

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Overview

Founded in 1961, the Virginia Wesleyan University is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Virginia Beach (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Virginia. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Virginia Wesleyan University (VWU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Methodist religion. Virginia Wesleyan University (VWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 64-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Virginia Wesleyan University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Virginia Wesleyan University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Virginia Wesleyan University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Virginia Wesleyan University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym VWU
Founded 1961
Motto Sapientia Illuminat Viam
Wisdom Lights the Way
Colours Blue and sliver
Mascot Bob Marlin
Video Presentation

University Location

Address 5817 Wesleyan Drive
Virginia Beach
23502-5599 Virginia
United States
Virginia Wesleyan University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Virginia Wesleyan University Phone Number (757) 455 3200
Virginia Wesleyan University Fax Number (757) 461 4944
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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 Virginia Wesleyan 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 Virginia Wesleyan 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 Virginia Wesleyan 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 Virginia Wesleyan University.



Virginia Wesleyan University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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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

Virginia Wesleyan University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Virginia Wesleyan 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 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


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

Source: IPDES


Virginia Wesleyan University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Virginia Wesleyan University's Admission Office Admission Office

1584 Wesleyan Drive
Norfolk 23502-5599
(757) 455 3208
800 737 8684

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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

Virginia Wesleyan 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.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Virginia Wesleyan University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Virginia Wesleyan University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Virginia Wesleyan University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Virginia Wesleyan University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


Virginia Wesleyan University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Virginia Wesleyan University is Christian-Methodist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Methodist. United Methodist Church - www.gbhem.org


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


Virginia Wesleyan University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Virginia Wesleyan University's Library
Virginia Wesleyan 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 118,539 physical volumes, 4,708 physical media, 41,415 digital/electronic media and 75 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 20 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Virginia Wesleyan University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Virginia Wesleyan University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Virginia Wesleyan University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 858 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


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

Yes


Virginia Wesleyan University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Virginia Wesleyan University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Virginia Wesleyan University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Virginia Wesleyan University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Virginia Wesleyan University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Virginia Wesleyan 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.


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

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1970


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Virginia Wesleyan University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation, Council on Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation


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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 Virginia Wesleyan University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • 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

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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