Virginia University of Lynchburg Acceptance Rate &
Virginia University of Lynchburg is a private research university in Lynchburg, Virginia, enrolling about 125 students. Virginia University of Lynchburg awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $11,360 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $28,396 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,360
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,253 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 125 86.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.62%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
- First-Generation Students: 52.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 1.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 57.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 127
- Room & Board: $9,400 annual estimate
Virginia University of Lynchburg: what the data shows
Common questions about Virginia University of Lynchburg, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Virginia University of Lynchburg?
Virginia University of Lynchburg is located in Lynchburg, VA (ZIP 24501).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg public or private?
Virginia University of Lynchburg is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Virginia University of Lynchburg cost?
Published tuition: $11,360.
Average net price after aid: $21,253.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,700 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,224 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,205 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $45,440.
How big is Virginia University of Lynchburg?
Total enrollment: 125 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 127 students.
Graduate enrollment: 455 students.
About 86% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg?
150%-time completion rate: 37.62%.
First-year retention: 75.0%.
What do graduates of Virginia University of Lynchburg earn?
Median earnings: $24,718 six years after entry; $28,396 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,250.
74.71% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Virginia University of Lynchburg known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (369 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (10 completions)
- Religion/Religious Studies (4 completions)
- Divinity/Ministry (3 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 37.62%; median earnings $28,396 at 10 years; net price $21,253. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$11,360
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Virginia University of Lynchburg was $11,360.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,253
2024 Value
In 2024 Virginia University of Lynchburg had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,253.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$85,012 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,253 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$45,440 4-Year Tuition
$9,400 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,560 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$86,240 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Virginia University of Lynchburg.
Financial Aid by Income Level
74.71% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
77.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Virginia University of Lynchburg was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Virginia University of Lynchburg in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,880 | $7,880 | $14,647 |
| 2014 | $7,880 | $7,880 | $15,872 |
| 2015 | $7,880 | $7,880 | $13,949 |
| 2016 | $7,880 | $7,880 | $17,087 |
| 2017 | $9,800 | $9,800 | $14,002 |
| 2018 | $9,000 | $9,000 | $21,012 |
| 2019 | $9,000 | $9,000 | $22,042 |
| 2020 | $8,600 | $8,600 | $18,242 |
| 2021 | $10,136 | $10,136 | $7,691 |
| 2022 | $9,400 | $9,400 | $18,131 |
| 2023 | $9,248 | $9,248 | $18,184 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Virginia University of Lynchburg reported total enrollment of about 125 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 85% male and 15% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (83.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (12.8%), and White (1.6%). About 74.71% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 52.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
86.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Virginia University of Lynchburg in 2024 is 125 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 127 students. Graduate enrollment is about 455 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 83.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
7.23% 100% Completion Time
37.62% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 7.23% of students graduating from Virginia University of Lynchburg completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 34% male / 66% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 80% male / 20% female
- Religion/Religious Studies: 75% male / 25% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Virginia University of Lynchburg.
Return on Investment
$24,250 Median Student Debt
$28,396 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
85.40% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
234.02% Return on Investment
8.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Virginia University of Lynchburg.
Top Programs by Completions
5 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 6 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 369 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 10 completions
3. Religion/Religious Studies: 4 completions
4. Divinity/Ministry: 3 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Virginia University of Lynchburg.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Virginia University of Lynchburg graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Virginia University of Lynchburg from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 57.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,122
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,129
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Virginia University of Lynchburg is a private non-profit institution located in Lynchburg, VA, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Religion/Religious Studies. Enrollment is approximately 125 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (83.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (12.8%), White (1.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 37.62%. Approximately 74.71% of students receive Pell Grants. About 52.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
Location
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.62% graduation rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Virginia University of Lynchburg located?
Virginia University of Lynchburg is located in Lynchburg, VA.
How much does Virginia University of Lynchburg cost?
Reported tuition is $11,360 and average net price is $21,253 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,400 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Virginia University of Lynchburg?
Virginia University of Lynchburg reports undergraduate enrollment of about 127 students, Black or African American (83.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (12.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Virginia University of Lynchburg?
About 52.0% of students at Virginia University of Lynchburg are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Virginia University of Lynchburg earn?
Median earnings are $24,718 six years after entry and $28,396 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Virginia University of Lynchburg students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,250.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg public or private?
Virginia University of Lynchburg is a private nonprofit institution located in Lynchburg, VA.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg an HBCU?
Yes. Virginia University of Lynchburg is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg a tribal college?
No. Virginia University of Lynchburg is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Virginia University of Lynchburg does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.8%).
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Virginia University of Lynchburg: Baptist.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Virginia college costs
- Virginia colleges by ROI
- Lynchburg, Virginia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Virginia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.