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Colleges / University of the Virgin Islands

University of the Virgin Islands

St. Thomas, VI 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate97%

University of the Virgin Islands Admissions

It is not competitive to get into University of the Virgin Islands. The acceptance rate at University of the Virgin Islands is 97%. Last year, 612 students applied to University of the Virgin Islands and 593 were admitted.

If you want to apply to University of the Virgin Islands, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to University of the Virgin Islands for fall semester should anticipate a decision by October 2.

University of the Virgin Islands Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of the Virgin Islands's admissions stats.

University of the Virgin Islands 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.1
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

University of the Virgin Islands Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of the Virgin Islands.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

Considering Applying Early to University of the Virgin Islands?


University of the Virgin Islands does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of the Virgin Islands Admissions


Is University of the Virgin Islands Challenging To Get Into?

Getting into University of the Virgin Islands is not competitive.

In 2022, University of the Virgin Islands accepted 97% of all applicants, approximately 593 of the 612 students who applied.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like University of the Virgin Islands, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Transferring to University of the Virgin Islands

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to University of the Virgin Islands

University of the Virgin Islands has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of the Virgin Islands Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of the Virgin Islands

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of the Virgin Islands during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered

Make sure to check with University of the Virgin Islands for more information on admission factors.

University of the Virgin Islands Application Requirements

To apply to University of the Virgin Islands, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of the Virgin Islands's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of the Virgin Islands?

Students admitted to University of the Virgin Islands have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of the Virgin Islands does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of the Virgin Islands

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to University of the Virgin Islands. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of the Virgin Islands during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of the Virgin Islands Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of the Virgin Islands?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of the Virgin Islands.

Does University of the Virgin Islands accept transfer credits?

✅ University of the Virgin Islands accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of the Virgin Islands accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to University of the Virgin Islands?

✅ University of the Virgin Islands is not test optional.

What is University of the Virgin Islands's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of the Virgin Islands is 97%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of the Virgin Islands?

❌ University of the Virgin Islands does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About University of the Virgin Islands?

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University of the Virgin Islands Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Open Admission

97%

How hard is it to get into University of the Virgin Islands? University of the Virgin Islands is a open admission institution. The University of the Virgin Islands acceptance rate is 97%. This means that the institution accepts 96 out of every 100 applicants.

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University of the Virgin Islands Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Not available

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of the Virgin Islands is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of the Virgin Islands SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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University of the Virgin Islands GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.14

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of the Virgin Islands, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.14. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,636

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

97%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$5,559

Out-of-State

$15,468

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Unknown
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