Virginia Wesleyan College is a private, four-year liberal arts college in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and provides an education that is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in liberal arts, sciences, business, and professional studies. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, Virginia Wesleyan offers personalized instruction in a vibrant residential community of learning, including opportunities for internships, service learning, research collaborations, and study abroad experiences. The college offers more than 43 majors, dozens of minors and concentrations, and graduate degrees in the fields of education and counseling psychology. Virginia Wesleyan’s picturesque campus and beautiful coastline create an ideal learning environment for students. With over 40 student clubs and organizations, athletic facilities, and vibrant nightlife, the college is committed to providing students with a well-rounded collegiate experience.
- Address: 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 00002-3455
- Phone: (757) 455-3200
- Website: https://www.vwu.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,347
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
- Calendar System: Four-one-four plan
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $36,910 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Room & Board | $9,917 |
| Other | $3,220 |
| Total Cost | $51,547 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 74%
- SAT Range: 960 – 1190
- ACT Range: 20 – 29
Majors
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Psychology, General
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 93%
- Part-time: 7%
Student Gender
- Male: 41%
- Female: 59%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 2%
- Black or African American: 24%
- Hispanic / Latino: 10%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 54%
- Two or More Races: 6%
- Unknown: 2%
- Non-resident Alien: 1%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 92%
- 25 and Over: 8%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 69%
- Out-of-State: 31%
- Unknown: 0%