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Virginia Union University

Richmond, VA vuu.edu 1,153 students

Virginia Union University's campus is located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, offering students access to the city's cultural and historical resources. As a historically black university, VUU fosters a strong sense of community and tradition among its students. The university is known for its focus on liberal arts and religious studies, providing a well-rounded educational experience. Its location provides opportunities for internships and engagement with the Richmond community.

Programs
6
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$25,909
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$14,880
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Virginia Union University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 51% of students receive Pell Grants; 46% take federal loans.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $17,272 $69,088
$30K – $48K $20,536 $82,144
$48K – $75K $22,097 $88,388
$75K – $110K $24,665 $98,660
$110K+ $21,677 $86,708
Sticker price (no aid) $14,880 $59,520
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Virginia Union University

6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
Information Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences, General Compare across schools →
40
$33,126/yr Very High 6.9x
Criminology Compare across schools →
36
$30,291/yr High 7.1x
Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Compare across schools →
35
$19,354/yr High 6.1x
Biology
Biology, General Compare across schools →
32
$32,986/yr High 6.4x
Psychology
Psychology, General Compare across schools →
24
$21,626/yr High 5.1x
Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools →
18
$18,076/yr High 4.3x

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