Universities in Virginia — Directory
This page provides a comprehensive directory of accredited universities and colleges operating in Virginia. Information includes institution profiles, locations, and official contact points.
For detailed information about tuition, programs, and admissions, visit Cost of Studying, Programs & Degrees, and Admissions Guide. For student life insights, see Student Experiences.
Public Universities
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.virginia.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.vt.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
George Mason University
Fairfax, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.gmu.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.vcu.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Private Universities
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.liberty.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
University of Richmond
Richmond, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.richmond.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Hampton University
Hampton, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.hamptonu.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Washington and Lee University
Lexington, Virginia
Official Website: https://www.wlu.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
This directory includes accredited institutions in Virginia. Students should verify current accreditation status, program availability, and admission requirements directly with universities. Additional information is available on the Data Sources page.
Last reviewed: January 2026