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Applying to Southern Virginia University in Buena Vista, VA : Info & How-To

If you’re contemplating submitting an application to Southern Virginia University, it’s worth noting that this college, situated in Buena Vista, VA, USA, is recognized for being less selective compared to other colleges throughout the country.

Basic Info on Applications and Admissions

SAT/ACT Scores as an Admission Factor?	Required
Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Application Undergraduate Fee	$35
Admissions Website	svu.edu/admissions
Online Appliation Website	svu.edu/admissions

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Open Admissions	No
Selectivity of College	Less Selective
Applications Accepted	99%

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Is It Hard to Get Into SVU?

Acceptance Rate

With an acceptance rate of 99%, SVU has a fairly liberal admissions policy. However, don't just assume you'll get in! Put together a good application and make sure you include all requested documents and materials.

Average Test Scores

About 42% of students accepted to SVU submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 583 and 688. Math scores were between 554 and 643.

SVU received ACT scores from 80% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 21 and 27.

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
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