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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra College of Nursing | Lynchburg, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
| Randolph College | Lynchburg, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master |
| Southern Virginia University | Buena Vista, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Bachelor's Degree | Bachelor |
| Virginia Union University | Richmond, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Virginia Beach, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $24,133 for State residents and $21,591 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 84.00% and graduation rate is 46.75%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra College of Nursing | $12,664 | 82% | - | 11:1 | 314 |
| Randolph College | $26,890 | 90% | 56% | 9:1 | 566 |
| Southern Virginia University | $17,960 | 99% | 45% | 15:1 | 1,140 |
| Virginia Union University | $13,530 | 75% | 36% | 16:1 | 1,516 |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | $36,910 | 74% | 50% | 12:1 | 1,347 |
| Average | $24,133 / $21,591 | 84.00% | 46.75% | 12.60:1 | 977 |