C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Quick Stats
4,545
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
$22,900
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Longwood University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,660 | $20,870 |
| Room | $9,260 | |
| Board | $4,735 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $35,131 | $47,341 |
Financial Aid
100%
Receive Any Aid
27%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
$22,900
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $14,546 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $15,727 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $18,489 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $22,915 |
| $110,001+ | $26,405 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
454 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
57 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
55 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
45 grads/yr
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
42 grads/yr
Psychology, General
42 grads/yr
Education, General
40 grads/yr
Reading Teacher Education
37 grads/yr
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
37 grads/yr
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
36 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
35 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
31 grads/yr
Social Work
27 grads/yr
School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist
26 grads/yr
Visual and Performing Arts, General
23 grads/yr
History, General
21 grads/yr
Sociology, General
19 grads/yr
Computer Science
17 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
16 grads/yr
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
13 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Longwood University's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
4,545
Total Students
71%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)
0%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
70%
Hispanic
7%
Black
12%
Asian
2%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
2%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
98%
Off-Campus (Renters)
0%
With Family
2%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~18 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
66%
Hybrid (Some Online)
9%
Fully Online
25%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
93%
25-64 (Adult)
5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Longwood University?
Longwood University has an acceptance rate of 85%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Longwood University?
Tuition at Longwood University is
$8,660 for in-state students
and $20,870 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $22,900.
What is the graduation rate at Longwood University?
The graduation rate at Longwood University is 62%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Longwood University a good school?
Longwood University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Longwood University?
Longwood University has a total enrollment of 4,545 students.
Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Longwood University?
Yes! Approximately 0% of students at Longwood University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 18 students who need rental housing near campus.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology