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Admissions at Union

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Are you ready to join Union? 

Virginia Union University® is a diverse, liberal arts institution providing comprehensive traditional and online undergraduate and graduate degree education for everyone. A guiding principle of our university is a strong focus upon moral values and ethics. Students are encouraged to engage in activities that promote self-actualization steeped in history. We are committed to preparing our students to become global leaders. 

We know changing the world isn’t easy. But our award-winning faculty members are here to help you thrive, so you can solve society’s greatest challenges. Choose from our online & traditional academic degrees & programs now offered by Virginia Union University, one of the nation's leading HBCUs.

Academic Affairs at Union includes top-tier experts and learning programs such as Evelyn Reid Syphax School of EducationSamuel DeWitt Proctor School of TheologySchool of Arts and Sciences​Graduate, Global Campus & Professional EducationSydney Lewis School of BusinessSchool of Latin American & Carribean Studies / UniversidadUniversity College. Our best-in-class faculty here at Virginia Union University, is composed of nationally recognized professors, academically astute scholars, highly sought out advisors, and referred researchers. They are all very dedicated to helping students become life-long learners.
 

Admissions & Recruitment:

Virginia Union University is now offering online graduate programs in various fields of study. You don't have to figure this process out alone. Our team understands and have created a stream-lined process with you in mind. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact Enrollment Management, we are available to assist you. Take the leap, your future awaits. 

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Degree Programs - Majors and Minors 

Degree Programs - Majors and Minors 

Learn more at apply.vuugrad.org

Note:  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Virginia Union University will be test flexible for the Spring 2023/Fall 2023 academic school year. This allows for an admissions decision to be rendered without the current test scores. 

If you have already earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and want to pursue an additional bachelor's degree in a different field of study, we have program options perfect for you.  Requirements before applying: Submit your official college and or university transcript(s).

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Police Academy Students
The Richmond Police Academy and Virginia Union University have a Memorandum of Understanding.  Graduates of the Richmond Police Department-Basic Police Officer Recruit Academy are eligible to be awarded 21 semester credit hours at VUU.

Military and Veteran Students
Union is committed to all military service students: active duty, reserve, guard, separated and retired. This also is inclusive of their dependents who are exploring VUU's academic degree programs. Staff members in Military/Veteran Services, University College, Health Services, and Workforce Development are here to help you with any challenges you encounter while working in or transitioning from a military to an academic environment. Click here for more details.

Undergraduate

*Note:  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Virginia Union University will be test flexible for the Spring 2023/Fall 2023 academic school year. This allows for an admissions decision to be rendered without the current test scores. Apply Here

Prospective students who have received their High School Diploma or GED, may complete this application. If you are working towards soon receiving either diplomas you are a candidate to apply as a Freshmen at Virginia Union University. You qualify as an undergraduate if you have not received 30+ hours of coursework from another accredited college or university after completing high school or your GED program. All international students apply also as an undergraduate if you meet the previously mentioned criteria. 

Requirements before applying:

Submit your official high school transcript or GED scores.

Submit your Collegeboard ACT/SAT scores.

Graduate

Graduate and Professional Degrees

Virginia Union University® is now offering online graduate programs in various fields of study. You don't have to figure this process out alone. Our team understands and have created a stream-lined process with you in mind. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact Enrollment Management, we are available to assist you. Take the leap, your future awaits.  Enroll Here

New Programs Available:

Requirements before applying:

Submit your official college and or university transcript(s).

 

Transfer

You qualify to enroll as a transfer student if you have completed 30+ hours of coursework from another accredited college or university after completing high school or your GED program. All international students apply also as an undergraduate if you meet the previously mentioned criteria. Apply Here

Requirements before applying:

Submit your official college and or university transcript(s).

Also complete a Confidential Transfer Request Form from other colleges and universities attended. 

Readmit

Complete this application if you have attended Virginia Union University as a degree seeking students but has not been currently enrolled for more than a semester and would like to return to VUU. Your application materials must include:

Submit your official transcript(s) from other colleges and universities attended. Enroll Here

Non-Degree

Police Academy 
The Richmond Police Academy and Virginia Union University have a Memorandum of Understanding. Graduates of the Richmond Police Department Basic Police Officer Recruit Academy are eligible to be awarded 21 semester credit hours at VUU.  Enroll Here

Requirements before applying:

Submit your official high school transcript or GED scores

Submit Completed Application for Work/Life Experience

Submit Completed Request for Tuition Remission 

Transient

If you desire to complete coursework at VUU with out obtaining a degree, this option may be the right choose for you. Benefits as a transient student includes taking classes with the option of transfering your credit back to the college or university you began your degree journey. Also, if you enjoy personal enrichment, learning new skills, or want to get acclimated to college before making the full-time commitment, the transient journey can be your alternate route to obtaining your degree. Transient students are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships. Enroll Here

Requirements before applying:

Submit your official high school transcript or GED scores.

Submit your official transcript(s) from other colleges and universities attended.