# University of Virginia's College at Wise

Wise, VA. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-virginia-s-college-at-wise

University of Virginia's College at Wise is a public college in Wise, VA with 1,101 undergraduates. It admits 28% of applicants, and admitted students average 1050 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $5,869 per year ($4,478 for families earning under $30,000). 44% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $50,389 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 28% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 1,414 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 1,328 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 520–580 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 425–540 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 18–22 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $26,683 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $5,869 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $4,478 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $4,794 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $6,085 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $4,727 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $13,348 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 1,101 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 44% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $50,389 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $17,009 (FY2024) |

## What University of Virginia's College at Wise considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

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

## FAQ

**What is University of Virginia's College at Wise's acceptance rate?**

University of Virginia's College at Wise admits 28% of applicants, which makes it selective.

**What SAT score do you need for University of Virginia's College at Wise?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 520–580 on SAT Reading and Writing and 425–540 on SAT Math; the average total is 1050.

**What ACT score do you need for University of Virginia's College at Wise?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–22.

**Is University of Virginia's College at Wise test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of Virginia's College at Wise?**

In Fall 2023, 1,414 students applied to University of Virginia's College at Wise and 1,328 were admitted; 290 enrolled.

**Does University of Virginia's College at Wise consider legacy status?**

No. University of Virginia's College at Wise reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of Virginia's College at Wise require an essay?**

University of Virginia's College at Wise reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of Virginia's College at Wise cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $26,683 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $5,869.

**What is University of Virginia's College at Wise's graduation rate?**

44% 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 233897. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology