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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Mennonite University | Harrisonburg, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Marymount University | Arlington, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Virginia Union University | Richmond, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate |
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | Virginia Beach, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Certificate, Master, Doctorate |
| Ascent College | Hampton, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $19,997 for State residents and $21,719 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 90.89% and graduation rate is 53.00%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Mennonite University | $40,990 | 95.23% | 55% | 11:1 | 1,342 |
| Marymount University | $37,600 | 83.66% | 62% | 14:1 | 3,555 |
| Virginia Union University | $14,305 | 93.78% | 42% | 25:1 | 1,730 |
| Virginia Beach Theological Seminary | $8,400 | - | - | 1:1 | 35 |
| Ascent College | $7,300 | - | - | 6:1 | 68 |
| Average | $19,997 / $21,719 | 90.89% | 53.00% | 11.40:1 | 1,346 |