Campus of Virginia Union University

    Virginia Union University

    Richmond, VA, United States

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    • Private nonprofit
    • Liberal arts college
    • NCAA Division II

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    What sets this college apart, grouped by theme, each with what it means and the data or editorial tag behind it.

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    Mission & community

    • HBCU

      Historically Black college or university.

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    • Religious affiliation

      Affiliated with a faith tradition.

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    Athletics

    NCAA Division II · Competitive sports with partial scholarships and smaller programs.

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

    Cost & aid

    Affordable

    Lower cost than many comparable colleges for a typical family.

    Average net price $29,932 a year after aid

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