F A S T F A C T S
Location | Virginia State University
Population | 1,225,626
Enrollment | 5,500
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | N/A
Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/7
Spring | 01/13-5/8
Location | Virginia State University
Population | 1,225,626
Enrollment | 5,500
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | N/A
Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/7
Spring | 01/13-5/8
Criminal Justice, Biology, and Psychology are the three largest majors on campus
Homecoming is a week-long celebration of VSU and HBCU histrory and culture
VSU has continued to add varsity sports, most recently mens and womens soccer
| 2025-2026 Chance of Placement | ||
| Home Pay | | | Open |
| Understand Chances of Placement | ||
Academics
Registration- Campus Catalog
- When will I register? According to class standing
- Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Campus instructor or department
Music & Art departments may require additional submissions. Please contact department for details.Limitations
Some departments have GPA requirements.Please contact NSE Coordinator for details. Music Department may require audition and recommendation from home campus. Visual Arts and Design Department may require sample of work.Notable Academic Programs
- Business - The Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has been awarded the Best Business Program at a HBCU in 2017 and is nominated for this honor for 2018. The College of Business is AACSB accredited. This distinction is awarded to only 5% of the business schools in the world. Students will have the opportunity to network with business professionals on a regular basis throughout the year.
- Criminal Justice
- Agricultural Sciences
- Educational Administration and Supervision
- Mass Communication
Unique Academic Programs
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Business
- Plant and Soil Systems
- Horticulture
- Animal Sciences
Options
Honors Access: Yes
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Conditions
GPA and Other Academic Requirements- General Eligibility Requirements
- No students accepted from NSE members within my own state
- 2.80 GPA
- Full-year exchange Accepted
- Single term exchange Accepted
- TOEFL: must have a score of 500.00 paper or N/A Internet
- IELTS: must have a score of 5.50
- Not available
- Will accept on Home Pay
- Will NOT accept
Tuition / Finances
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
- Home Payment: 18 ($395 per additional hour)
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Housing Deposit | $300 | Mandatory | ||
| Parking Fee | $85 | Year | Home | Mandatory |
| Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes: NSE incoming students are only required to pay housing deposit and parking fee (if vehicle is on campus). Amounts are listed above. Admissions fees are not required for NSE students.
Room / Meals
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- On-Campus Housing
- Approximate cost: $4000
- Students must live on campus
NSE students are assigned to the Quad in double rooms. Cost per double occupancy is $4100 per semester
Meal Plans
- Campus Meal Plans
- Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
19 meal/ week plan includes 5 guest meals & $70 dining dollars 14 meal/ week plan includes 5 guest meals & $170 dining dollars 10 meal/ week plan includes 5 guest meals & $270 dining dollars 7 meal/week plan includes 5 guest meals & $310 dining dollars ($2,300) 21 meal/week plan includes 10 guest meals & $230 dining dollars ($2,513)
Resources
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Requirements
Other Health Related Comments
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