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University of the Virgin Islands

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Overview

Founded in 1962, the University of the Virgin Islands is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Charlotte Amalie (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Virgin Islander higher education institution. University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 62-year-old Virgin Islander higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Virgin Islander higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UVI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of the Virgin Islands's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of the Virgin Islands's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of the Virgin Islands' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

University of the Virgin Islands's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UVI
Founded 1962
Motto Historically American. Uniquely Caribbean. Globally Interactive.
Colours Reflex blue and white
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 2 John Brewers Bay
Charlotte Amalie
00802-9990
Virgin Islands - US
University of the Virgin Islands's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of the Virgin Islands Phone Number +1 (340) 776 9200
University of the Virgin Islands Fax Number +1 (340) 693 1005

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of the Virgin Islands's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of the Virgin Islands's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of the Virgin Islands's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of the Virgin Islands.

University of the Virgin Islands: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of the Virgin Islands's admission information.

University of the Virgin Islands's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of the Virgin Islands's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of the Virgin Islands a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of the Virgin Islands's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of the Virgin Islands's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of the Virgin Islands's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of the Virgin Islands.

University of the Virgin Islands's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of the Virgin Islands has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


University of the Virgin Islands's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


University of the Virgin Islands's Control Type Control Type

University of the Virgin Islands is a public higher education institution.


University of the Virgin Islands's Entity Type Entity Type

University of the Virgin Islands is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of the Virgin Islands's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported


University of the Virgin Islands's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Land Grant Institution Land Grant

This institution is a land-grant university and has a special focus on promoting education and research in agriculture, engineering and other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known to have a high commitment to public service and outreach.


Religious Affiliation

University of the Virgin Islands does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of the Virgin Islands's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of the Virgin Islands's main facilities:


University of the Virgin Islands's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of the Virgin Islands's Library

University of the Virgin Islands's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 75,627 physical volumes, 701 physical media, 1 digital/electronic media and 21 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 11 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. University of the Virgin Islands's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of the Virgin Islands's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Virgin Islands provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 365 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of the Virgin Islands's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of the Virgin Islands's main services:


University of the Virgin Islands's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of the Virgin Islands's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of the Virgin Islands's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of the Virgin Islands's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of the Virgin Islands's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of the Virgin Islands's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of the Virgin Islands is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of the Virgin Islands's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of the Virgin Islands's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of the Virgin Islands 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of the Virgin Islands's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of the Virgin Islands's Facebook page University of the Virgin Islands's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of the Virgin Islands's X (formerly Twitter) page University of the Virgin Islands's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of the Virgin Islands's YouTube channel University of the Virgin Islands's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of the Virgin Islands's Instagram page University of the Virgin Islands's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of the Virgin Islands's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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