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Campus Setting
Details
Private Not for Profit 4-Year
Crimson, White, and Silver
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Knights
Undergraduate
900
Transfer-in
Overall
17
Years 1 & 2
25
Years 3 & 4
15
Southern Virginia University
Southern Virginia University
Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains at the southern end of the Shenandoah Valley, Southern Virginia University’s beautiful campus is home to a welcoming, close-knit community in Buena Vista, Virginia.
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Academics
College Fit
We are a small liberal arts university in an suburban setting. Our students attend classes on Monday-Friday between 8-5....see moreWe are a small liberal arts university in an suburban setting. Our students attend classes on Monday-Friday between 8-5. We offer atheletic and culutural events on campus for students that help roundout the student experience.
Freshman Student Catalog Year
Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Admissions and Financial Aid
Application Fee
The online application fee is $35 and must be paid via credit card when submitting the application. This fee is nonrefun...see moreThe online application fee is $35 and must be paid via credit card when submitting the application. This fee is nonrefundable.
Transcripts
Freshman applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and gr...see moreFreshman applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Essay
Essays are required of all applicants, to be submitted with the Common Application.
Interview
An interview is not required.
Important Dates
Freshman Application Deadline
Fall
1-Aug
Freshman Application Deadline
Spring
15-Dec
Freshman Priority Application Deadline
Fall
1-Aug
Freshman Priority Application Deadline
Spring
15-Dec
Academics
College Fit
We are a small liberal arts university in an suburban setting. Our students attend classes on Monday-Friday between 8-5....see moreWe are a small liberal arts university in an suburban setting. Our students attend classes on Monday-Friday between 8-5. We offer atheletic and culutural events on campus for students that help roundout the student experience.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Accepts Credits for Prior Learning
We accept AP and IB results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations. If you have industry or m...see moreWe accept AP and IB results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations. If you have industry or military experience, please reach out to cpl@svu.edu
Course Transfer Criteria
Min grade for courses to transfer: C-
All online science labs are accepted for Core Requirements.
General Education Programs
SVU accepts all credits from the UCGS and Passport programs.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Application Fee
The online application fee is $35 and must be paid via credit card when submitting the application.
Transcripts
Freshman applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and gr...see moreFreshman applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Essay
Essays are required of all applicants, to be submitted with the Common Application.
Interview
N
Maximum Transfer Credits
60
Minimum GPA
2.5
Estimate
Important Dates
Transfer Application Deadline
Fall
1-Aug
Transfer Application Deadline
Spring
15-Dec
Transfer Priority Application Deadline
Fall
1-Aug
Transfer Priority Application Deadline
Spring
15-Dec
Academic Options
Flexible Degree Options
Online Programs and Services
Weekend/Evening Courses Available
Summer Courses Available
Concurrent Enrollment
Offers High School Dual Enrollment
Reverse Transfer
Guaranteed Admissions
Campus Services and Engagement
Military Friendly
Yellow Ribbon Program
Credit for Military Experience
Dedicated POC for Military
Recognized Student Veteran Organization
GI Bill/Tuition Assistance
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