School Information

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Total Cost $17,550
Total Enrollment 2,015
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 15 : 1

The University of Virginia's College at Wise

http://www.uvawise.edu
1 College Avenue, Wise, Virginia 24293-4400
(276) 328-0100

The University of Virginia's College at Wise, a public liberal arts institution, provides students with learning experiences that offer opportunities to develop the insight, competence, sensitivity, and integrity necessary for living enriched lives and for enriching the lives of others. Established in 1954 as a college of the University of Virginia, it is guided by the values of citizenship and altruism. Proud of its Appalachian heritage, the College continues to honor its commitment of service to Southwest Virginia, the nation, and the world. The College is guided by a legacy of teaching and scholarly excellence and by a dedication to ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
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
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 7%
 
School Costs

At The University of Virginia's College at Wise, 89.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 73.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,159), and 42% receive loans ($5,005 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,988. Off campus it is around $7,890.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending The University of Virginia's College at Wise is $9,479 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Tuition Undergrad in State $6,748
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $19,276
Living Costs
The University of Virginia's College at Wise Total Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $17,550
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $30,078
Total Expense In State Off Campus $18,030
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $10,098
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $30,558
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $22,626
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,068 people applied to The University of Virginia's College at Wise. Of the applicants, 89.0% were admitted (89.0% male & 89.0% female ) and 43.0% accepted (47.0% male and 38.0% female)

Percent of In-State Undergrads     93.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     68.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     100.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     25.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     41.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     50.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline February 1 ( Application Due EARLY ADMISSIONS II)
Admissions Office Phone 276.328.0102
Admissions Office Email admissions@uvawise.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admissions, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, One College Avenue, Wise, VA 24293
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.uvawise.edu/admissions/TransferStudents
Admissions Website http://www.uvawise.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to The University of Virginia's College at Wise, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
 
Test Scores
The University of Virginia's College at Wise SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 530
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 530
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 410
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 510
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 22
ACT English (25th Percentile) 15
ACT English (75th Percentile) 21
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 22
 
The University of Virginia's College at Wise Programs
 

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

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 69
Business/Commerce, General 69
Computer and information sciences and support services 8
Computer and Information Sciences, General 8
English language and literature/letters 25
English Language and Literature, General 25
Health professions and related clinical sciences 17
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 17
History 10
History, General 10
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 62
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 62
Mathematics and statistics 6
Mathematics, General 6
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 26
Biological and Physical Sciences 26
Social sciences 55
Social Sciences, General 55
 
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