Known for business — close-knit campus
University of Virginia's College at Wise is a public institution in Wise with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1104, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,325 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,180.
Established
1954
Mascot
Smiddy the Cavalier
Type
Public liberal arts college
Conference
NCAA Division II ranks
Division
Division II
Campus Visits
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94%Acceptance
1104SAT Avg
1,214Students
13:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$45,325Earnings 10yr
$11,180Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate93.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1104
Reading & WritingMid: 565
470615
MathMid: 545
465560
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
2025
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,656
Tuition (out-of-state)$32,540
Room & Board$12,535
Books & Supplies$1,680
Total Cost of Attendance$24,315
Average Net Price$11,180
Median Debt at Graduation$16,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$178
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$15,634
$30–48K$6,448
$48–75K$7,159
$75–110K$9,605
$110K+$11,647
Programs (30)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,214
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%
Race & Ethnicity
White 50%
Black 9%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 2%
Two+ 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate49.8%
Freshman Retention73.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$39,725
8 Years$41,513
10 Years$45,325
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,400
Men
$49,000
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Cavaliers
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia