C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
18/100 · earnings-weighted

Virginia University of Lynchburg

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Lynchburg, Virginia 24501
Virginia University of Lynchburg campus, Lynchburg, VA
Virginia University of Lynchburg campus, Lynchburg, VA. Photo: Everettoptions, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 26%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C+
60/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

589
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Virginia University of Lynchburg, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$28,396
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$24,718
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,250
Median debt at graduation
37.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
74.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 85% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 0th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Virginia University of Lynchburg

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$27,935-37%#943 of 947#946$22,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Virginia University of Lynchburg Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $196,051
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,224/mo — vs ~$467/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24504 (5.2% cap, Lynchburg)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,448 $8,448
Room $4,200
Board $5,200
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,577 $25,577

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
79%
Receive Pell Grants
90%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

589
Total Students
44%
Women
85%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 3%
Hispanic 1%
Black 91%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 15%
Hybrid (Some Online) 9%
Fully Online 76%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Virginia University of Lynchburg?
Tuition at Virginia University of Lynchburg is $8,448 for in-state students and $8,448 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg?
The graduation rate at Virginia University of Lynchburg is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Virginia University of Lynchburg a good school?
Virginia University of Lynchburg has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Virginia University of Lynchburg?
Virginia University of Lynchburg has a total enrollment of 589 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology