South University-Virginia Beach
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission; 100% freshman retention — students rarely leave.
About This School
South University-Virginia Beach is a private for-profit institution located in Virginia Beach, Virginia with approximately 240 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $27,843 per year. The graduation rate is 8%, and the typical graduate earns $40,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school might appeal to working adults or career-changers looking for a small, flexible program in the Virginia Beach area, but the data here raises serious red flags that any family should understand before applying. The 8% graduation rate is one of the lowest you'll encounter anywhere — meaning the overwhelming majority of students who start here do not finish, which is a critical concern regardless of how strong that 100% freshman retention rate looks on the surface. At $27,843 per year in net costs, you'd be taking on significant financial risk for a degree that, if completed, leads to median earnings of just $40,200 a decade later — a modest return that makes the math difficult to justify. My honest advice: if you're drawn to health sciences or business programs in this region, spend real time comparing South University against community colleges, Old Dominion University, or other regional options where your odds of actually graduating — and keeping debt manageable — are far better. The numbers here tell a story that warrants serious caution, and you deserve a school where most students cross the finish line.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 21% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (240 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
South University-Virginia Beach
301 Bendix Rd, Ste 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South University-Virginia Beach cost?
The average net price at South University-Virginia Beach is about $27,843 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at South University-Virginia Beach?
South University-Virginia Beach has a graduation rate of 8%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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