University of Virginia's College at Wise
UVA Wise
Wise, Virginia 24293-4400
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
University of Virginia's College at Wise is a public institution in Wise with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1104, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,325 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,180.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Cavaliers
History & Fun Facts
- •History Opening The college was first conceived by local residents who petitioned the University of Virginia to establish a college in Wise.
- •In the winter of 1954, the local community matched the commonwealth's funds and collected over $6,000 to furnish the classrooms and use for supplies.
- •Clinch Valley College of the University of Virginia opened in September 1954 with an enrollment of 100 freshmen, two-thirds of whom were Korean War veterans.
- •The college granted its first Bachelor of Arts degrees in June 1970 and its first Bachelor of Science degrees in 1973.
- •In 1996, the college granted its first Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1104
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
79.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$10,695
Programs (30)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from VA state average