# University of the Virgin Islands

Charlotte Amalie, VI. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-the-virgin-islands

University of the Virgin Islands is a public college in Charlotte Amalie, VI with 1,518 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, and admitted students average 938 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $7,071 per year ($6,416 for families earning under $30,000). 24% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $43,157 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 99% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 860 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 838 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 423–550 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 360–480 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 19–22 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $18,363 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $7,071 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $6,416 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $6,417 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $6,525 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $9,951 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $13,169 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 1,518 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 24% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $43,157 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $15,000 (FY2024) |

## What University of the Virgin Islands considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Considered
- Class rank: Required
- Essay or personal statement: Not considered
- Recommendations: Not considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## FAQ

**What is University of the Virgin Islands's acceptance rate?**

University of the Virgin Islands admits 99% of applicants, which makes it open.

**What SAT score do you need for University of the Virgin Islands?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 423–550 on SAT Reading and Writing and 360–480 on SAT Math; the average total is 938.

**What ACT score do you need for University of the Virgin Islands?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–22.

**Is University of the Virgin Islands test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of the Virgin Islands?**

In Fall 2023, 860 students applied to University of the Virgin Islands and 838 were admitted; 342 enrolled.

**Does University of the Virgin Islands consider legacy status?**

No. University of the Virgin Islands reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of the Virgin Islands require an essay?**

University of the Virgin Islands reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of the Virgin Islands cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $18,363 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $7,071.

**What is University of the Virgin Islands's graduation rate?**

24% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 243665. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology