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University of the Virgin Islands

Charlotte Amalie, VI

The University of the Virgin Islands, founded in 1962, is a public institution. Its 175-acre campus is located three miles west of downtown Charlotte Amalie on the island of St. Thomas.

Tuition & Fees

$5,235

$14,496

not including room and board

in-state out-of-state
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SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
700-800
1%
600-699
6%
500-599
30%
400-499
49%
300-399
13%
200-299
1%
700-800
1%
600-699
4%
500-599
19%
400-499
41%
300-399
34%
200-299
1%
600-699
1%
500-599
12%
400-499
41%
300-399
40%
200-299
6%
composite english math
30-36
8%
24-29
12%
18-23
32%
12-17
44%
6-11
4%
24-29
12%
18-23
8%
12-17
80%
30-36
4%
24-29
12%
18-23
28%
12-17
56%
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undergraduateRatios

31%

male

69%

female

1

teacher

12

students

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Not Selective

98%

acceptance rate

Accepted 899
Declined + 15
Total Received 914
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Public

1,850

undergraduate students

238

graduate students

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Most Popular Majors

  1. Elementary Education
  2. Business Administration
  3. Accounting
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Codes

SAT 879
ACT 5288

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School Facts

The University of the Virgin Islands, founded in 1962, is a public institution. Its 175-acre campus is located three miles west of downtown Charlotte Amalie on the island of St. Thomas.

Public/private Public
Campus Enrollment 2,088
Established in 1962
Coeducational Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College
Historically Black college/university yes
Accredited by •  ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs)
•  MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education)
•  NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education)
•  NLN (National League for Nursing)

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Charlotte Amalie, VI

175-acre St. Thomas campus three miles west of Charlotte Amalie (population: 10,354); 130-acre St. Croix campus in Golden Grove, 80 miles from Puerto Rico. Served by air.

University of the Virgin Islands
2 John Brewers Bay
Charlotte Amalie, VI 00802-9990

Campus Life

yes
Housing available
yes
Students may have cars on campus
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% freshman classHigh School Class Rank

Top 1/10
11%
Top 1/4
32%
Top 1/2
64%
Bottom 1/2
36%
Bottom 1/4
14%
SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
700-800
1%
600-699
6%
500-599
30%
400-499
49%
300-399
13%
200-299
1%
700-800
1%
600-699
4%
500-599
19%
400-499
41%
300-399
34%
200-299
1%
600-699
1%
500-599
12%
400-499
41%
300-399
40%
200-299
6%
composite english math
30-36
8%
24-29
12%
18-23
32%
12-17
44%
6-11
4%
24-29
12%
18-23
8%
12-17
80%
30-36
4%
24-29
12%
18-23
28%
12-17
56%

Admissions Facts

Application fee $25
Common application accepted yes
Application deadline April 30 (priority deadline)
School has early decision program no
School has early action program no
Admissions interview
(required or recommended)		 Required of some
SAT/ACT requirements SAT Subject Tests Not used
SAT or ACT Considered if submitted

Not Selective

98%

acceptance rate

Accepted 899
Declined + 15
Total Received 914

Admissions Factors

Considered

Secondary school record

Not Considered

Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment
Standardized test scores
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience

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Admissions Contact

David Wuinee
Vice Provost of Access and Enrollment Services
P: 877 GO-TO-UVI
F: 340 693-1167
admissions@uvi.edu

Financial Aid

60%

Of students' needs
were fully met

$9,250

Average financial aid

Cost

in-state out-of-state
Tuition $4,631
Room & board $9,900
Additional fees $604
Books & supplies $1,750
Total $16,885
Average Financial Aid - $9,250
Total with Avg. Aid $7,635

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Financial Aid Deadline

FAFSA
June 30

Required Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Office

P: 340 693-1090
F: 340 693-1095
financialaidstt@uvi.edu

Financial Aid Officer

Cheryl Roberts
Director of Financial Aid
crobert@uvi.edu

Varsity Sports

M W
basketball
cross-country
soccer
swimming
track and field (indoor)
track and field (outdoor)
volleyball
weight lifting

Intramural/Recreational Sports

basketball, dance, salsa dancing, table tennis, tennis, volleyball

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Athletic Directors

Curtis Gilpin (men's)
Associate Athletic Director
email

Athletic Facts

Athletic conference memberships
InterUniversity Athletic League
Mascot
Buccaneer
School colors
blue and white

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Majors

Assc. Bach. Mast. Doct.
Accountancy
Accounting
Applied Mathematics
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Communication
Computer Science
Counseling/Guidance
Creative Leadership for Leadership/Change
Criminal Justice
Education
Educational Leadership
Elementary Education
English
Hospitality/Tourism Management
Humanities
Inclusive Early Childhood Education
Information Systems/Technology
Marine Biology
Marine/Environmental Science
Maritime Management
Mathematics
Mathematics for Secondary Teachers
Music Education
Nursing
Physics
Process Technology
Psychology
Public Administration
Social Sciences
Social Work
Speech Communication/Theatre
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Most Popular Majors

  1. Elementary Education
  2. Business Administration
  3. Accounting

Programs Offered

  • Distance Learning
  • Double majors
  • Dual degrees
  • External degree program
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships

Cooperative Education Programs

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Humanities
  • Natural Science
  • Social/Behavioral Science
  • Technologies

Pre-professional Programs

  • Pre-medicine

2,088

total students

95%

in-state

5%

out-of-state

Undergraduate

Graduate

89%

1,850
students

Female
69%
1,268

Male
31%
582

11%

238
students

Female
79%
188

Male
21%
50

undergraduateFull-time

undergraduatePart-time

67%

1,251
students

Female
69%
855

Male
31%
396

33%

599
students

Female
69%
413

Male
31%
186

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Student Break-down

5%
Nonresident aliens
67%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Native American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Asian, non-Hispanic/Latino
11%
Hispanic/Latino
4%
White, non-Hispanic/Latino
5%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown
1%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic/Latino

Transfer Admissions

81%

Transfer applicants accepted

50%

Applicants accepted who enroll

Transfer Requirements

Minimum requirements High School GPA: 2.00
College GPA: 2.00
High school transcript Required of Some
College transcript(s) Required of All
Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) Required of Some
Interview Not Required/Recommended
Standardized test scores Not Required/Recommended
Essay or personal statement Not Required/Recommended

Transfer Application Deadlines

Fall: rolling

Spring: rolling

Transfer Credits

Maximum transfered

90

semester hours

Minimum transfers must complete

30

semester hours

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Counseling services

  • Academic
  • Career
  • Military
  • Older student
  • Personal
  • Psychological
  • Veteran student

Remedial services offered

  • Math
  • Reading
  • Writing

Career placement services

  • Career/job search classes
  • Interest inventory
  • Interview training
  • On-campus job interviews
  • Resume assistance

Percent of the campus accessible to physically disabled students

60%

Additional services

  • Day care
  • Health insurance
  • Health service
  • Nonremedial tutoring
  • Other

Special programs for physically disabled students

  • Adaptive equipment
  • Note-taking services
  • Reader services
  • Tape recorders
  • Tutors
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International Students

Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens
Countries most often represented British Virgin Islands
St. Kitts And Nevis
Special services offered for international applicants ESL program/classes
Host family program
International student center
Special counselors/advisors
Special orientation

International Student Contact

Barbara Todman
Program Specialist
340 693-1150
btodman@uvi.edu

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