Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA
Overview
Virginia State University is a public institution located in Petersburg, VA. It has a total enrollment of 5,605 students.
5,124
Undergrads481
Grad Students88.6%
Acceptance51.0%
Grad RateAcademics
13.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio69.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)51.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate39.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate5,124
Undergraduate Enrollment481
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
88.6%
Acceptance Rate2.88
Average GPATest Optional
Test Policy$0
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Financial Aid & Costs
$20,195
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition (In-State)
$5,540
Room & Board
$13,355
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,542
Financial Aid
92%
Receiving Aid67%
Pell Grant Recipients$12,447
Avg Grant (recipients)$7,092
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
4,015 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Public
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,124
Acceptance Rate
89%
Graduation Rate
51%
In-State Cost
$18,895
Out-of-State Cost
$29,897
Visit Website
Petersburg, VA 23806
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