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Southern Virginia University
Southern Virginia University
BUENA VISTA, VA . 4 Year 3.9
#2168 in Best Colleges in America
1 UNIVERSITY HILL DR BUENA VISTA, VA 24416

Overview

Southern Virginia University (SVU) is a private, liberal arts university located in Buena Vista, Virginia. Affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it offers a range of undergraduate programs in fields like business, education, arts, and sciences. SVU is known for its supportive, faith-integrated learning environment, small class sizes, and personalized instruction. The university emphasizes experiential learning through internships, study abroad opportunities, and service projects. SVU's vibrant campus life includes athletics, student organizations, and spiritual development activities. Committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth, SVU prepares students for successful careers and lives of service.


Rankings

  • 84

    #84 in Safest College Campuses in America

  • 5

    #5 53 in Best Colleges for Business in America

  • 438

    #438 in Best Colleges for Psychology in America

  • Safest College Campuses in America 84 of 1,306
  • Best Colleges for Psychology in America 438 of 1,127
  • Best Colleges for Business in America 553 of 1,249

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • C Value
  • BDiversity
  • B Campus
  • B Athletics
  • CParty Scene
  • B Professors
  • CLocation
  • B Dorms
  • BCampus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • ASafety

Majors

  • Business
    45 Graduates
  • Psychology
    32 Graduates
  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
    25 Graduates
  • Human Development
    17 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    16 Graduates
  • English
    13 Graduates
  • Biology
    12 Graduates
  • Visual and Performing Arts
    10 Graduates
  • Music History and Literature
    9 Graduates
  • Drama and Theatre Production
    6 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,044
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    97%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    44%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    82%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,018 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    152
  • Undergrads Over 25
    16%
  • Pell Grant
    40%
  • Varsity Athletes
    43%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    USA South Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III

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