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Public, 4-Year
Charlotte Amalie, VI

University of the Virgin Islands

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in VI. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,612

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

97.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

27.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,681

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of the Virgin Islands is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Charlotte Amalie, VI. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,612, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing420 – 530
20025th–75th percentile800
Math380 – 490
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite14 – 20
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

97.4%

Transfer-Out Rate16.4%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$22,448

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,681

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$64,362

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$151,172

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of the Virgin Islands is $16,800.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.6%
31.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
68.8%
Hispanic
15.2%
International
6.2%
White
5.4%
Two or more
2.9%
Asian
0.6%
Unknown
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,612

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$6,828
$30k - $48k$6,211
$48k - $75k$8,895
$75k+$10,729

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,800
Pell Grant Recipients46.2%
Using Federal Loans16.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment39.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.4%

Success

27.9%

In-State Cost

$5,612

Age 25+ Students

25.3%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

526 students

Local City Insights

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