Lynchburg, VA · Buena Vista, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Randolph College | Southern Virginia University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 94.9% | 99.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $29,010 | $20,040 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $29,010 | $20,040 |
| Average Net Price | $7,033 | $10,859 |
| Graduation Rate | 51.0% | 38.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Randolph College accepts 94.9% of applicants. Southern Virginia University accepts 99.6%. Randolph College's tuition is $29,010. Southern Virginia University's is $20,040. Southern Virginia University is cheaper. Randolph College graduates 51% of students in 6 years. Southern Virginia University graduates 38%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Randolph College. It accepts 94.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Southern Virginia University has lower published tuition: $20,040 versus $29,010. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Randolph College: 51% of students finish in 6 years. Southern Virginia University is at 38%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.