Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 5 schools are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory & Henry College | Emory, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate |
| University of Lynchburg | Lynchburg, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| University of Richmond | University of Richmond, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Divine Mercy University | Sterling, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Master, Doctorate |
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | Virginia Beach, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Certificate, Master |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $32,628 for State residents and $31,245 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 67.67% and graduation rate is 66.33%. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory & Henry College | $35,165 | 75% | 54% | 10:1 | 1,230 |
| University of Lynchburg | $33,500 | 97% | 57% | 11:1 | 2,692 |
| University of Richmond | $58,570 | 31% | 88% | 8:1 | 4,056 |
| Divine Mercy University | $20,828 | - | - | - | 392 |
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | $8,160 | - | - | 1:1 | 35 |
| Average | $32,628 / $31,245 | 67.67% | 66.33% | 7.50:1 | 1,681 |