School Information

29.7
Total Cost $20,921
Total Enrollment 4,832
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 18 : 1

Longwood University

http://www.longwood.edu
201 High St, Farmville, Virginia 23909
(434) 395-2000

Longwood University is an institution of higher learning dedicated to the development of citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Building upon its strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences, the University provides an environment in which exceptional teaching fosters student learning, scholarship, and achievement. As the only four-year public institution in south central Virginia, Longwood University serves as a catalyst for regional prosperity and advancement.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting Town: Remote
Disability Services Student 5%
 
School Costs

At Longwood University, 72.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 67.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $7,365), and 49% receive loans ($6,241 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,596.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Longwood University is $14,894 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Longwood University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $8,925
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $17,835
Tuition Graduate in State $5,040
Tuition Graduate Out of State $13,992
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $20,921
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $29,831
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 4,301 people applied to Longwood University. Of the applicants, 70.0% were admitted (64.0% male & 73.0% female ) and 34.0% accepted (34.0% male and 34.0% female)

Of the 4,086 undergraduate students at Longwood University, 5.0% are part-time. A majority (98.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 89.0% of the 746 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     96.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     79.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     46.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     64.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     58.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline May 1st
Admissions Office Phone 434-395-2000
Admissions Office Email admit@longwood.edu
Admissions Office Address 201 High Street, Farmville, Virginia 23909
Admissions Website http://www.longwood.edu/admissions.htm (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://whylongwood.com/applynow/index.htm
Application Fee $40

In order to be accepted to Longwood University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 500
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 570
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 570
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 24
 
Longwood University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 28
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 28
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 131 4
Business Administration and Management, General 131 4
Communication, journalism, and related programs 51
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 51
Computer and information sciences and support services 9
Computer Science 9
Education 142
Education, General 142
English language and literature/letters 30 11
English Language and Literature, General 30 11
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 4
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 4
Health professions and related clinical sciences 25 6
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 15 6
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 0
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy 10
History 54
History, General 54
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 169
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 169
Mathematics and statistics 4
Mathematics, General 4
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 44
Health and Physical Education, General 44
Physical sciences 11
Chemistry, General 3
Physics, General 8
Psychology 40
Psychology, General 40
Public administration and social service professions 16
Social Work 16
Security and protective services 29
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 29
Social sciences 70 9
Anthropology 17
Economics, General 11
Political Science and Government, General 24
Sociology 18 9
Visual and performing arts 46
Visual and Performing Arts, General 46
 
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