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Virginia State University

Petersburg, Virginia · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$33,630

Acceptance Rate

89%

Graduation Rate

39%

Annual Tuition

$9,755

At a Glance

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Total Students

4,787

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Retention Rate

71%

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Faculty Ratio

13

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Financial Aid

76%

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Median Debt

$26,500

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Virginia State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 89.1% and a student body of 4,787. The in-state tuition is $9,755, and 75.7% of students receive financial aid. The median debt for graduates is $26,500.

Graduation rates are 39.3%, and the retention rate is 71.2%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $31,713, increasing to $33,630 after five years and $45,543 after ten years.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$32k

1 YEAR

$34k

5 YEARS

$46k

10 YEARS

Top 87% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Virginia State University alumni earn a median of $31,713. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $33,630. Ten years after graduation, median earnings are $45,543. The median debt for graduates is $26,500.

Virginia State University has a student body of 4,787. The university has an 89.1% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 39.3%, and the retention rate is 71.2%. The in-state tuition is $9,755, and 75.7% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Petersburg, Virginia

Petersburg, VA 23806

Virginia State University is located in Petersburg, Virginia. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Virginia State University has an acceptance rate of 89%.