Virginia Union University Admission Requirements

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Virginia Union University Admission Overview

Virginia Union University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Virginia Union University admitted 98% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.71 GPA (B-) and SAT 850-885. Virginia Union University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Virginia Union University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

98%

Admission Standards

Unavailable

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Virginia Union University

Acceptance Rate

The Virginia Union University acceptance rate is 98%. Last year, 2,778 of 2,835 applicants were admitted. That is the 40th lowest acceptance rate in Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Virginia Union University and can you get accepted?

Virginia Union University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Virginia Union University typically attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.71. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Virginia Union University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

2.71

Typical High School Grades

B-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.71

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Virginia Union University typically have around a 2.71 GPA (B-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have below average high school grades. Virginia Union University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #40 in Virginia for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 2.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Virginia Union University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 3.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 3.0% Good
3.25 to 3.49 3.0% Good
3.00 to 3.24 4.0% Good
2.50 to 2.99 21.0% Avg +
2.00 to 2.49 43.0% Avg -
1.00 to 1.99 23.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Virginia Union University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

850-885

Freshmen who sent SAT

10%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 450
  • Math 400
  • Composite 850
SAT 25th percentile scores for Virginia Union University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 475
  • Math 410
  • Composite 885
SAT 75th percentile scores for Virginia Union University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Virginia Union University typically score around a 870 SAT (middle 50% 850–885) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 18th percentile nationally. Virginia Union University ranks #39 in the state of Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 850 to 885

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Virginia Union University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 870 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Virginia Union University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
885+ Above 75th >99%
870 to 885 Avg + 98%-99%
850 to 870 Avg - 96%-98%
Below 850 Below mid-50 <96%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Virginia Union University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Virginia Union University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Virginia Union University

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

65% of Virginia Union University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Virginia Union University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 3%
Top 25% of class 25%
Top 50% of class 35%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Virginia Union University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,665 1,168 2,835
Accepted 1,638 1,139 2,778
Acceptance Rate 98% 98% 98%
Enrolled 189 206 396
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 18% 14%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Virginia Union University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Virginia Union University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Virginia Union University is $25.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Virginia Union University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Virginia Union University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 98% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.71 GPA (about an B- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (850-885); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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GPA calculator: Virginia Union University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026