UVa-Wise Quick Facts

Character

Founded in 1954, UVA-WISE is a small public liberal-arts college of the University of Virginia.

Ranking

UVA-WISE is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the nation's top public liberal-arts colleges.

UVa Benefits

• Graduates of UVA-WISE receive the prestigious University of Virginia diploma.
• Students have access to UVa's library resources.
• UVA-WISE recruits outstanding faculty.
• UVA-WISE hosts visiting scholars from Charlottesville.

The Campus

400 acres near the Town of Wise, located in the Appalachian Mountains of southwestern Virginia

Enrollment

1,953 students; male-female ratio 43:57.

Admissions

Moderately selective. Median SAT scores 500V, 490M. Average high-school GPA 3.34.

Curriculum

27 majors, 27 minors, 7pre-professional programs, 23 teaching licensures.

Faculty

89 full-time; 70 percent hold terminal degrees. Student-faculty ratio 17:1. 82 percent of classes are taught by full-time faculty members.

Athletics

Member of the Appalachian Athletic Conference in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Mid-South Conference (football only). About 200 students participate in 6 men's and 5 women's programs.

Intramural Sports

Best small-college program in the Southeast. 90 programs, including 34 basketball teams, 27 flag football teams, 24 volleyball teams and 24 softball teams. Flag football teams compete nationally. Half of all students participate in some intramural activity.

Organizations

More than 50 clubs and student organizations on campus.

Cultural Activities

The Pro-Art Association brings 10 to 15 performances a year to campus. Past groups have included the Joffrey Ballet and the Vienna Boys Choir. The College also hosts a variety of lectures and special events throughout the year.

International Study

Through the Connections program, UVa-Wise students can study at sister institutions in Turkey and Spain. Summer placement in France is also available.

Pre-Med Program

Our rigorous program, paired with close faculty advising, leads to high rates of acceptance to medical school.

Residential Life

Students may choose between traditional residence halls, suite-style living, townhouses, and apartments on campus.

Honor Code

All students are expected to uphold the UVa-Wise honor code of respect and responsibility.

Campus Technology

Most residence hall rooms are wired with Ethernet connections. There are five easy-access computer labs on campus. Free e-mail accounts are available to all students.

Counseling and Health Services

On-campus health care provided by Norton Community Hospital. Free personal counseling is available on campus.

Financial Aid

80 percent of our students qualify for some form of financial assistance, including federal and state grants, scholarships, student loans, and college employment.

Cost (2006-07)

TUITION AND FEES:

Virginia residents: $5,692

Out-of-state students*: $16,728

ROOM AND BOARD:

Room: $3,230

Meals: $2,848

TOTAL COSTS PER YEAR

(excluding books, travel, etc.):

Virginia residents: $11,770

Out-of-state students: $22,806

*Students from Kentucky and Tennessee should inquire about Tuition Assistance Grant (TAG).

Admission

Admission to the College is moderately selective and offered on a rolling basis. Students may be admitted for fall, spring or one of two summer terms. Freshmen applicants should ask their admission counselor about the benefits of Early Action I and II dates. All applicants are encouraged to apply well in advance of the term in which they wish to enroll.

School Codes

SAT Code: 5124

ACT Code: 4343

Federal School Code: 003747

Visiting Campus

Individual appointments available M-F from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A typical visit includes an interview with admissions staff, a student-led campus tour, and lunch or dinner. Please call our Admissions Office toll-free at (888) 282-9324 or locally at (276) 328-0102 to arrange your visit.

UVA-WISE 360°

A Campus Preview Day

Special Saturdays are set aside for prospective students and families. The program includes an academic and activities fair staffed by faculty, administrators, and students; a campus tour; a financial aid information session; tours of residence halls; and complimentary student tickets to a campus event (as available).

For additional information regarding visiting UVa-Wise:
admissions@uvawise.edu
(276) 328-0102 or (888) 282-9324