A college's ethnic diversity is indicated by the student body's equal inclusion of students from different backgrounds . Students at Virginia College are mostly Black with a small White population. The school has very low racial diversity. 92% percent of students are minorities or people of color (BIPOC). The ethnic breakdown is detailed in the following table.
| Race | Percent of Students |
|---|---|
| White |
8%
|
| Black |
84%
|
| Hispanic |
4%
|
| Asian |
0%
|
| American Indian / Alaskan |
1%
|
| Hawaiian / Pacific Islander |
0%
|
| Two or more races |
0%
|
| International |
1%
|
| Race Unknown |
1%
|
There are more students than students enrolled at Virginia College with a gender ratio of . Compared to the US average of 56% female students, Virginia College has a significantly lower gender diversity than other US colleges and is not inclusive of females.
84% of students can be considered low-income as indicated by their receipt of Federal Pell Grant Aid.
| Segment | Percent of Students |
|---|---|
| Students Over 25 Years Old | 63.8% |
| Part time Undergrads | 49% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=460844 IPEDS survey data for Virginia College.
Last updated February 24, 2024