🎓 Virginia: Colleges & Universities

Public Universities, Private Colleges, Community Colleges & Other Higher Education Institutions

Virginia has one of the most diverse higher-education systems in the United States. The Commonwealth includes public research universities, comprehensive public universities, historically Black colleges and universities, a public two-year institution, community colleges, private nonprofit colleges and universities, and specialized higher-education institutions.

This guide brings together major colleges and universities in Virginia with their institution type, primary address, and official website. The information is organized to make it easier for students, educators, families, researchers, and job seekers to explore higher-education opportunities across the Commonwealth.

📊 Virginia Higher Education at a Glance

15

Public Four-Year Institutions

23

Community Colleges

1

Public Two-Year College

40

Community College Campuses

🏛️ Public Four-Year Colleges & Universities

Virginia's public four-year higher-education system includes 15 institutions. They range from major research universities and comprehensive universities to specialized institutions and historically Black universities. SCHEV lists these institutions as Virginia's public four-year colleges and universities. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

#	Institution	Type	Address	Official Website
1	Christopher Newport University	Public University	1 University Place, Newport News, VA 23606	cnu.edu
2	George Mason University	Public Research University	4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030	gmu.edu
3	James Madison University	Public University	800 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807	jmu.edu
4	Longwood University	Public University	201 High Street, Farmville, VA 23909	longwood.edu
5	Norfolk State University	Public HBCU	700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504	nsu.edu
6	Old Dominion University	Public Research University	5115 Hampton Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23529	odu.edu
7	Radford University	Public University	801 East Main Street, Radford, VA 24142	radford.edu
8	University of Mary Washington	Public University	1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401	umw.edu
9	University of Virginia	Public Research University	1826 University Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22903	virginia.edu
10	University of Virginia's College at Wise	Public Liberal Arts College	1 College Avenue, Wise, VA 24293	uvawise.edu
11	Virginia Commonwealth University	Public Research University	907 Floyd Avenue, Richmond, VA 23284	vcu.edu
12	Virginia Military Institute	Public Senior Military College	303 Letcher Avenue, Lexington, VA 24450	vmi.edu
13	Virginia State University	Public HBCU	1 Hayden Drive, Petersburg, VA 23806	vsu.edu
14	Virginia Tech	Public Research University	925 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, VA 24061	vt.edu
15	William & Mary	Public Research University	200 Stadium Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23185	wm.edu

🎓 Public Two-Year Institution

#	Institution	Address	Official Website
1	Richard Bland College of William & Mary	11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805	rbc.edu

🏫 Virginia Community Colleges — 23 Colleges

Virginia's Community College System consists of 23 community colleges operating across 40 campus locations. The system provides transfer programs, associate degrees, workforce training, certificates, and other career-focused educational opportunities. 

#	Community College	Address	Official Website
1	Blue Ridge Community College	1 College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA 24486	brcc.edu
2	Brightpoint Community College	13101 Route 1, Chester, VA 23831	brightpoint.edu
3	Central Virginia Community College	3506 Wards Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502	centralvirginia.edu
4	Danville Community College	1008 South Main Street, Danville, VA 24541	danville.edu
5	Eastern Shore Community College	29300 Lankford Highway, Melfa, VA 23410	es.vccs.edu
6	Germanna Community College	10000 Germanna Point Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22408	germanna.edu
7	J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College	1651 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228	reynolds.edu
8	Laurel Ridge Community College	173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA 22645	laurelridge.edu
9	Mountain Empire Community College	3441 Mountain Empire Road, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219	mecc.edu
10	Mountain Gateway Community College	1000 College Avenue, Clifton Forge, VA 24422	mgcc.edu
11	New River Community College	5251 College Drive, Dublin, VA 24084	nr.edu
12	Northern Virginia Community College	4001 Wakefield Chapel Road, Annandale, VA 22003	nvcc.edu
13	Patrick & Henry Community College	645 Patriot Avenue, Martinsville, VA 24112	patrickhenry.edu
14	Paul D. Camp Community College	100 North College Drive, Franklin, VA 23851	pdc.edu
15	Piedmont Virginia Community College	501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22902	pvcc.edu
16	Rappahannock Community College	12745 College Drive, Glenns, VA 23149	rappahannock.edu
17	Southside Virginia Community College	109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821	southside.edu
18	Southwest Virginia Community College	369 College Road, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609	sw.edu
19	Tidewater Community College	121 College Place, Norfolk, VA 23510	tcc.edu
20	Virginia Highlands Community College	100 VHCC Drive, Abingdon, VA 24210	vhcc.edu
21	Virginia Peninsula Community College	99 Thomas Nelson Drive, Hampton, VA 23666	vpcc.edu
22	Virginia Western Community College	3094 Colonial Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA 24015	virginiawestern.edu
23	Wytheville Community College	1000 East Main Street, Wytheville, VA 24382	wcc.vccs.edu

🏫 Private Colleges & Universities

Virginia also has a large private higher-education sector. The list below focuses on major Virginia private nonprofit colleges and universities offering undergraduate and/or graduate education.

#	Institution	Type	Address	Official Website
1	Averett University	Private University	420 West Main Street, Danville, VA 24541	averett.edu
2	Bluefield University	Private University	3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA 24605	bluefield.edu
3	Bridgewater College	Private College	402 East College Street, Bridgewater, VA 22812	bridgewater.edu
4	Christendom College	Private College	134 Christendom Drive, Front Royal, VA 22630	christendom.edu
5	Eastern Mennonite University	Private University	1200 Park Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802	emu.edu
6	Emory & Henry University	Private University	1 Garnand Drive, Emory, VA 24327	emoryhenry.edu
7	Ferrum College	Private College	215 Ferrum Mountain Road, Ferrum, VA 24088	ferrum.edu
8	Hampton University	Private HBCU	100 East Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23668	hamptonu.edu
9	Hollins University	Private Women's University	7916 Williamson Road NW, Roanoke, VA 24020	hollins.edu
10	Liberty University	Private University	1971 University Boulevard, Lynchburg, VA 24515	liberty.edu
11	Mary Baldwin University	Private University	128 Tams Street, Staunton, VA 24401	marybaldwin.edu
12	Marymount University	Private University	2807 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207	marymount.edu
13	Randolph College	Private College	2500 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503	randolphcollege.edu
14	Randolph-Macon College	Private College	205 Henry Street, Ashland, VA 23005	rmc.edu
15	Regent University	Private Christian University	1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464	regent.edu
16	Roanoke College	Private College	221 College Lane, Salem, VA 24153	roanoke.edu
17	Shenandoah University	Private University	1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA 22601	su.edu
18	Southern Virginia University	Private University	1 University Hill Drive, Buena Vista, VA 24416	svu.edu
19	Sweet Briar College	Private Women's College	134 Chapel Road, Sweet Briar, VA 24595	sbc.edu
20	University of Lynchburg	Private University	1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501	lynchburg.edu
21	University of Richmond	Private University	28 Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23173	richmond.edu
22	Virginia Union University	Private HBCU	1500 North Lombardy Street, Richmond, VA 23220	vuu.edu
23	Washington and Lee University	Private University	204 West Washington Street, Lexington, VA 24450	wlu.edu

🩺 Specialized & Graduate Institutions

#	Institution	Type	Address	Official Website
1	Appalachian College of Pharmacy	Graduate / Professional	1060 Dragon Drive, Oakwood, VA 24631	acp.edu
2	Divine Mercy University	Graduate / Professional	4510 16th Street N, Arlington, VA 22207	divinemercy.edu
3	Eastern Virginia Medical School	Medical / Graduate	700 West Olney Road, Norfolk, VA 23507	evms.edu

🔬 Other Public Higher-Education Institutions

#	Institution	Type	Location	Website
1	Institute for Advanced Learning and Research	Public Research / Education	150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA 24540	ialr.org
2	New College Institute	Public Education / Workforce	191 Fayette Street, Martinsville, VA 24112	newcollegeinstitute.org

📚 Why Study in Virginia?

Major Research Universities

Virginia is home to nationally recognized public research universities such as the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, George Mason University, Virginia Commonwealth University, Old Dominion University, and William & Mary.

Affordable Community College Pathways

Virginia's 23 community colleges provide affordable pathways into higher education, workforce training, certificates, associate degrees, and transfer programs. 

Strong Private College Sector

Students can also choose from a wide range of private nonprofit institutions, including liberal arts colleges, Christian universities, historically Black colleges and universities, professional institutions, and specialized graduate programs.

Military & Specialized Education

Virginia offers distinctive institutions such as Virginia Military Institute and several medical, pharmacy, graduate, and professional schools.

📚 Sources / References

1. Virginia State Council of Higher Education – Virginia Colleges & Universities
2. Virginia's Community Colleges – Find Your Community College
3. Virginia's Community Colleges – Official VCCS Website
4. Virginia State Council of Higher Education – Virginia Financial Aid Programs and Participating Institutions
5. Virginia State Council of Higher Education – Higher Education Institution Profiles
6. Virginia Council of Presidents – Virginia Public Four-Year Institutions

Note: Institution names, addresses, programs, classifications, and website information may change over time. For current admissions, tuition, programs, accreditation, enrollment, and campus information, please consult each institution's official website.

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