About University of the Virgin Islands

Founded in 1962, University of the Virgin Islands. is a college. Located in Virgin Islands, which is a city setting in Virgin Islands, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 2,112 full time undergraduate students, and 258 full time graduate students.

The University of the Virgin Islands Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 106 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of the Virgin Islands include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate91%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range690-913
ACT Range15-21

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,2% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 19 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of the Virgin Islands.

25%
“We”re apathetic”
50%
“We know about current events and vote”
25%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
25%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“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”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
50%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
75%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
25%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
100%
“They keep regular office hours”
0%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
75%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
25%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
25%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
0%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
50%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
25%
“There might be people who do”
25%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
25%
“We”re apathetic”
50%
“We know about current events and vote”
25%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
25%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“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”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
50%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
75%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
25%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
100%
“They keep regular office hours”
0%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
75%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
25%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
25%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
0%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
50%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
25%
“There might be people who do”
25%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

University of the Virgin Islands REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    7 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    7 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    9 Students rated campus food 3.4 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    10 Students rated campus facilities 3.7 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    10 Students rated class size 4.2 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    10 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    10 Students rated local services 3.3 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    10 Students rated academics 4.5 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of University of the Virgin Islands?

6 Students rated University of the Virgin Islands

Lynnet - 06/17/2021

I attended the University of the Virgin Islands on St. Croix for two years. I enjoyed having small sized classrooms and having campus close to the residence hall. I loved trying new food in the caf and learning about the different cultures the island has. My professors were all very knowledgeable, helpful, and personable.

Nashalis - 02/24/2020

The University of the Virgin Islands is a great school in regards to academia, there is room for improvement in the amount of extracurricular activities that are offered including but not limited to sports, on-campus entertainment, student life involvement, and clubs and organizations. The Classes at the university consist of small sizes that allow room for more in-depth teaching and more student-teacher communication. it is overall a great university with some improvements to be made.

Charissa - 11/16/2019

It provides a safe place for students as well as makes them comfortable to enjoy the typical “college life”. The students are academically driven to further there education and get it by any means necessary. Professors are willing to make themselves available so that the students get whatever they need done. The high standard of everyone involved in making college a great place for learning shows that this University wants what’s best.

Teresita - 01/10/2019

The University of the Virgin Islands it a family. Everyone knows everyone and it’s like a working oil machine. You can see that the faculty and staff of the university want you to succeed in college and in life after college. Which is why I choose UVI.

University of the Virgin Islands FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of the Virgin Islands?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of the Virgin Islands is 91%. 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?

    Take advantage of all the classes and extra curricular activites in high school, they prepare you for college and help you get scholarships a lot easier. the first year of college tends to be hard because the work load is a lot more than high school, but stay focused and you will do just fine.

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  3. What's unique about your campus?

    the best thing about my school is its size. My school is a small school so the classes are smaller and allow more interaction with the teachers and staff

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  4. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I tend to brag the tuition at University of the Virgin Islands is extremely low compared to most collages and you can learn a lot if you keep an open mind. The university has a wide range of culture which leaves you with opportunity to learn from the students themselves and see thing from others perspective.

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

    The universtity have limied jobs avalible to work on campus which would be easier for lots of students

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  6. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Someone who would prefer a smaller class setting as well as a small school setting. Also a very friendly person who enjoys going to the beach. Furthermore, a very focused student because "Paradise" can be distracting and take away from the purpose of attending the school which is for an education not a party.

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

    My school is very demanding with school work and is also has a diversed group of teachers and students.

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  8. Describe the students at your school.

    Most classmates are outgoing, creative, talkative, and sociable. A few are quiet, stick to themselves, and intraverts.

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    This school is well known for its cutural diversity and small class sizes. They make you feel right at home. The food isnt that bad either. Its easy to make life long friends. The teachers know the stuff before they teach it and they always ask if you have any questions before moving forward with the lesson. If you are looking for a college that helps you get your degree then this is a good college to attend.

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

    Everybody that attends learns more than what they expected to learn. My school is the only university on the island that has a very diverse student population. My school is unique because we rarely refuse people who are willing to learn more and want to further educate themselves. And my school caters to many programs like Upward Bound and help around in the community.

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  11. What are the most popular classes offered?

    I cant say that I have a definitive answer for this question. I've seen some students struggle through a class, whereas some of their counterparts are fully engaged and passing effortlessly.

    Read all  1 answers

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

    If I knew then what I know now I would have made many different decisions. I would've stayed more focused in class and made sure that I majored in something that I know I would succeed in. I ended up at my current institution because I didnt do well at the one i previously attended. Honestly, this school wasn't my first choice, it was my last, I didn't want to stay at home, I wanted to venture out and leave. But what I know now is that I should've stayed home, finish my basics then leave.

    Read all  1 answers

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

    All students can attend and should attend this school. There is something for everyone.

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Student Body

Students

67%

female

33%

male

2,112

Total Undergrad Enrollment

258

Total Grad Students

3%

Out-Of-State

97%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

53

Student Organizations

1

Fraternities

6

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

18%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
70%
% Hispanic/Latino
9%
% White or Caucasian
5%

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.

89% of students attending University of the Virgin Islands receive some sort of financial aid. 69% 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

$14,496

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,750

Books and Supplies

$9,900

Room and Board

26,146

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$10,826
$30 - $48K
$12,141
$48 - $75K
$14,386
$75 - $110K
$16,645
$110K & UP
$16,765

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