Virginia Union University is not competitive to get into. Virginia Union University admitted 69% of all applicants in 2019. Last year, 4,040 students applied to Virginia Union University and 2,802 were admitted.
If you are considering submitting an application to Virginia Union University, the fee for the application costs $25.
The following is an overiew of some of Virginia Union University's admissions stats.
Virginia Union University 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
---|---|
Mean Unweighted GPA | 2.7 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 3% |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 3% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 2% |
Waitlist | Yes |
These are the application deadlines for Virginia Union University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Virginia Union University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
For applicants who are not residents of Virginia, getting into Virginia Union University is not competitive.
Transfer student admissions is not competitive.
Virginia Union University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines 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 apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.
What does Virginia Union University consider 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 |
---|---|
Level of Applicant's Interest | Very Important |
Character/Personal Qualities | Important |
Geographical Residence | Important |
State Residency | Important |
Academic GPA | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Make sure to check with Virginia Union University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Virginia Union University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Virginia Union University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Written Essay or Personal Statement | – | – | – | – |
Interview | – | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | – | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Virginia Union University have an average unweighted GPA of 2.7.
Out of all students that were admitted, 23% submitted a class rank. At Virginia Union University 3% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 25% were in the top 25% and 35% were in the top 50%.
At Virginia Union University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
---|---|
4.0 GPA | – |
3.75 and 3.99 | 3% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 3% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 3% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 4% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 21% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 43% |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Virginia Union University directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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.
Virginia Union University has 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.
In 2019, 3% of Virginia Union University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be most competitive at Virginia Union University, you should strive to earn between 13 and 19 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 19 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Virginia Union University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 19, and three out of four students scored lower than 19 on the ACT.
A 13 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Virginia Union University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 13.
For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Virginia Union University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Virginia Union University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Virginia Union University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Virginia Union University.
Does Virginia Union University accept transfer credits?
✅ Virginia Union University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Virginia Union University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit
Do I have to submit test scores to Virginia Union University?
❌ No, Virginia Union University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.
What is Virginia Union University's acceptance rate?
✅ Virginia Union University's acceptance rate is 69%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Virginia Union University?
❌ Virginia Union University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Virginia Union University? Virginia Union University is a open admission institution. The Virginia Union University acceptance rate is 69%. This means that the institution accepts 69 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Virginia Union University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Virginia Union University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Virginia Union University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.71. 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.
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