About The University of Virginia’s College at Wise

Founded in 1954, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise. is a Public college. Located in Virginia, which is a city setting in Virginia, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 2,212 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The The University of Virginia’s College at Wise Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 102 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate77%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range850-1070
ACT Range18-23

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,3% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 32 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

87% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 52% were in the top quarter, and 26% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
100%
“We know about current events and vote”
0%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
0%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
100%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
100%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
100%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
100%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
100%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
0%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
100%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
100%
“We know about current events and vote”
0%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
0%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
100%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
100%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
100%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
100%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
100%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
0%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
100%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    10 Students rated on-campus housing 3.4 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    9 Students rated off-campus housing 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    10 Students rated campus food 1.9 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    10 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    10 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    10 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    10 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    10 Students rated academics 4.4 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of The University of Virginia’s College at Wise?

1 Students rated The University of Virginia’s College at Wise

Kaylee - 01/22/2021

I think that it is a great school with great goals. The main goal is to get the students to graduate and help them get there by being student focused. Not only are they wanting to graduate the students, but they want them to enjoy school there. The sporting events and support from students and faculty is great!

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is 77%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to step back and think about my decision to go to Virginia Tech. I would ask myself to consider the fact that I would not know anyone, would be in classes with over 200 people, and that there would be times when people would pressure me to do things that I did not want to do. As a high school senior, I applied to only one college and was accepted via early admissions. I would tell my past-self to consider more options, and to create a back-up plan if I decided that I did not like attending Virginia Tech. I would also tell my high school self to enjoy the simple classes and to start developing better time management and study skills now, because they are valuable assets that can help alleviate stress later on. Finally, and most importantly, I would tell myself to enjoy the time that I have left as a high school student. College is another game entirely: there are many hours studying, irregular class schedules, time away from friends and family, and the high likelihood that you will have to work hard for every penny.

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  3. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Their is nothing to do at all. Most of the time on the weekend everyone is bored since 75{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the student who go there are from the area and they always go home. The school is small and isn't really a college campus. It's only fun when their is parties which includes drinking. It's also frustrating that people aren't open minded about other sexual oreintation it 2009 come on now a man can have a baby. People need to stop acting weird if their a gay guys or girls and calling them homosexual slurs.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are incredible people. They are well rounded, and very educated people who come together to make the class a fun area to attend. We are serious and respect our professors in all of our endevours. I am proud to be involved with my classmates as a whole.

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  5. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school is in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains and the academic programs are amazing.

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  6. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I do not believe that anyone should not attend this school! This is the best college that I have seen in our area, I believe that everyone should be allowed to attend our college.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school has great professors and small class sizes, so learning is in a comfortable environment.

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  8. What's unique about your campus?

    The community, both student and town. Everyone is extremly supportive of you.

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  9. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    i lived in the area so i pretty much knew what was needed too

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  10. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The intramural groups are the most poplar on campus. These teams range from soccer, walleyball, to softball and beyond. There are tourneys for these groups and getting the shirt is a big deal! GO CAVS GO!

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  11. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I suppose the stereotype would be hick and no it isn't accurate. The students here come the 757, Nova, etc. giving the campus a diversity that isn't normally taken into consideration because of the campus' location in SWVA.

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  12. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Not enogh activities around campus.

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  13. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    I would say UVA Wise is best known for its atmosphere. The mountains and the wildlife that surrounds the college is what truly makes Wise a unique university. Its hard to describe how beautiful this campus really is, especially now that its Fall and the leaves are beginning to change color.

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    Depending on your major the workload can seem a tad overwhelming, but the teachers are good at working with you and providing help. We have a student support center which allows students to acquire a tutor or to receive help with their papers. The center is very helpful. Seeing that the college is a Liberal Arts college, general education courses are required. These classes range from public speaking to basic drawing. All of the courses are insightful and allow students to broaden their horizons while still feeling comfortable.

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  15. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The kind of people who attend this school are people who live around the country and are from the area. Diversity isn't really shown, and most of the time it feel like the the older people who live in the small town don't like the african american. You usuallly get looks and their no equality when you step off campus. If you are white and would like to go to a small school where their is nothing to do. Then atten Uva-Wise but i am transferring it's horrible and the worst mistake attending.

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Student Body

Students

59%

female

41%

male

2,212

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

6%

Out-Of-State

92%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

56

Student Organizations

3

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

36%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
2%
% White or Caucasian
76%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

99% of students attending The University of Virginia’s College at Wise receive some sort of financial aid. 56% were awarded federal grants. While 67% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$26,239

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,500

Books and Supplies

$10,346

Room and Board

38,085

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$9,396
$30 - $48K
$10,821
$48 - $75K
$11,468
$75 - $110K
$13,643
$110K & UP
N/A

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