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Virginia University of Lynchburg

Lynchburg, VA·Private nonprofit·170 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%. 79% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

N/A
Accept
170
Students
$18,184
Net Price
26%
Grad Rate
N/A
Earnings
10 yr
$9,859
Debt

About This School

Virginia University of Lynchburg is a private nonprofit institution located in Lynchburg, Virginia with approximately 170 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $18,184 per year. The graduation rate is 26%.

Virginia University of Lynchburg (VUL) is a private historically black Christian university in Lynchburg, Virginia. VUL offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs primarily focused on religious studies, business, and the liberal arts. Academically, VUL is structured into three main schools: the School of Religion, School of Business Administration, and School of Liberal Arts & Sciences.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: while the median debt at graduation is a remarkably low $9,859 and the net price of $18,184/year is manageable, the 26% graduation rate is a serious red flag that means fewer than 1 in 3 students who start here actually finish. Worth considering only if you have a specific, compelling reason to attend — such as a strong personal or community connection to this historically Black institution — but most students would benefit from also applying to schools with stronger completion outcomes.

Founded
1886
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing40%
Social Sciences10%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

John ChilembweAnne Spencer

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$9,248
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,248
Avg Net Price
$18,184
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants79%
Median debt at graduation$9,859

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
26%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
75%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
N/A
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,859
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,859
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$19,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
N/A
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White1%
Black91%
Hispanic/Latino1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (170 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Virginia University of Lynchburg

2058 Garfield Ave

Lynchburg, VA 24501

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • 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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