University of Virginia's College at Wise
A good fit for competitive applicants and families who need the lowest possible cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,101 students.
About This School
University of Virginia's College at Wise is a public institution located in Wise, Virginia with approximately 1,101 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 29% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $9,210 per year. The graduation rate is 47%, and the typical graduate earns $43,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Virginia's College at Wise is a public liberal arts college located in Wise County, Virginia, and partially in the Town of Wise. It is part of the University of Virginia, though separately accredited. The college was established in 1954 as Clinch Valley College of the University of Virginia.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $11,180/year average net cost and only $10,695 in median debt at graduation, this UVA-affiliated liberal arts college in southwest Virginia is genuinely affordable — and that matters. However, the 50% graduation rate is a real concern, meaning roughly half of students who start here don't finish, which is worth asking the school directly about before enrolling. If you're looking for a small, low-cost option (just 1,214 undergrads) and have a clear plan to stay on track, this could be a solid fit — but go in with eyes open.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 11% 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 (1,101 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
University of Virginia's College at Wise
1 College Avenue
Wise, VA 24293-4400
Official Links
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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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
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