Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Private not-for-profit·Four or more years·Master's degree
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Batten University (formerly Virginia Wesleyan University) is a private university in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. The university is nonsectarian but historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church. It enrolls 4,632 learners in all locations: 1,676 students annually in undergraduate and graduate programs, 2,601 in VWU Global Campus (online and continuing education), and 355 students at LUJ/VWU…
- Rankings
#143 (Washington Monthly)▼
Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #143 in Liberal Arts Colleges (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #178 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (2026). Source: US News ↗
Value rank
Ranked #994 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
- Tuition — In-State
$36,960▼
Total CoA (on-campus): $53,073
Room & Board: $11,513
Books & Supplies:
5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23455
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