Overview:

Founded:

1903

Location:

Lynchburg, Virginia

Type:

Private, coeducational university

Enrollment:

Approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students

• Notable Achievements:

  • Ranked among the top 100 national universities by U.S. News & World Report
  • Recognized for its strong liberal arts and sciences programs
  • Recipient of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's Community Engagement Classification

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

  • Over 100 student clubs and organizations
  • Intramural and club sports
  • Performing arts groups
  • Volunteer opportunities

• Clubs:

  • Academic clubs (e.g., Pre-Law Society, Psychology Club)
  • Cultural clubs (e.g., Black Student Union, Hispanic Student Association)
  • Service clubs (e.g., Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross Club)

• Sports Teams:

  • NCAA Division III athletics
  • Men's and women's teams in basketball, cross country, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball

• Student Support Services:

  • Academic advising
  • Career counseling
  • Counseling and psychological services
  • Health services
  • Tutoring and academic support

• Campus Facilities:

  • State-of-the-art academic buildings
  • Modern residence halls
  • Athletic facilities (e.g., fitness center, swimming pool)
  • Student center with dining options and social spaces

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Library with over 250,000 volumes
  • Writing center
  • Math lab
  • Science labs

• Faculty:

  • Highly qualified and experienced faculty
  • Student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Emphasis on active learning and experiential education
  • Use of technology to enhance instruction

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Supplemental instruction
  • Disability services

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors Program
  • Study abroad programs
  • Internships and research opportunities

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Ranked among the top 100 national universities by U.S. News & World Report

Strong Academics:

Excellent liberal arts and sciences programs

Personalized Attention:

Small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio

Experiential Learning:

Emphasis on internships, research, and study abroad

Vibrant Campus Life:

Over 100 student clubs and organizations, NCAA Division III athletics, and modern campus facilities

Career Success:

Strong career development services and industry connections

Notable Alumni:

Includes successful professionals in various fields, such as business, law, and education

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Individual and group counseling
  • Crisis intervention

• Health:

  • Health center with medical and mental health services
  • Pharmacy

• Housing:

  • On-campus residence halls
  • Off-campus housing options

• Library Resources:

  • Over 250,000 volumes
  • Access to online databases and journals
  • Interlibrary loan services

• Technology Support:

  • 24/7 IT support
  • Wireless internet access throughout campus

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling
  • Internship and job placement assistance
  • Resume and interview preparation