Campus of Southern Virginia University

    Southern Virginia University

    Buena Vista, VA, United States

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    • Private nonprofit
    • Liberal arts college
    • NCAA Division III

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    Cost & aid

    Affordable

    Lower cost than many comparable colleges for a typical family.

    Average net price $23,913 a year after aid

    Athletics

    NCAA Division III · No athletic scholarships; athletes balance sports and academics.

    1. D-INCAA Division I
    2. D-IINCAA Division II
    3. D-IIINCAA Division III (this college)
    4. NAIANAIA
    5. NJCAANJCAA

    Mission & community

    Latter-day Saints

    Affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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