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Named one of the 50 top All-American Collegesby the Intercollegiate Studies Institute.
academics
3 excel in the classroom
4 liberal arts: learn how to think
5 career prospects
5 majors & minors
home away from home
6 LDS environment
6 honor code
play. perform. create.
8 outside the classroom
8 court, mat or field
9 canvas or stage
10 travel study
11 leadership & clubs
11 service
a valuable education
13 value
12 four-year guarantee
13 graduate sooner
14 tuition & living expenses
15 scholarships
15 federal & university aid
admissions
16 incoming freshmen
16 transfer students
17 contact us
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academic excellenceOur basic educational model is decidedly
old-fashioned: we match highly qualified
instructors with small classes and have them
work together to understand important books,challenging concepts and insightful theories.
small classesInstead of getting lost in the crowded
classrooms of larger universities, students at
Southern Virginia University interact with
their professors in and out of class. The average
class size at the university is 16 students. In
an atmosphere of mutual trust, students grow
in confidence and skill as they are actively
challenged through discussion and one-on-one
interaction.
caring facultyThe dynamics of the small -class experience
helps draw highly skilled and credentialed
professors to Southern Virginia University.
Our professors care deeply for their students
and are devoted to their success on campus
and in life.
Set in the majestic Shenandoah Valley of the BlueRidge Mountains, Southern Virginia University
rests atop a tree-shaded hill in Buena Vista, Virginia.
excel in the classroomYou will be challenged at Southern Virginia University, but with support
from caring pro fessors and advis ers you will rece ive t he b est possi ble e duca tion .
At Southern Virginia University youll find a community of
faculty, staff and students committed to providing you with the
best possible undergraduate experience.
When you come to the only private liberal arts college dedicat-
ed to educating Latter-day Saints and those with similar stan-
dards and ideals, youll find yourself among others who seek both
spiritual nourishment and academic excellence.
We believe that participating outside of the classroom is just
as important as interacting in the classroom and reading great
books. Whether you use your time here to prepare for graduate
school, a successful career, parenthoodor all threeyou canparticipate in athletics, performing arts, student government or a
host of other extracurricular activities. Everyone is involved.
Its all about the experience.
academics
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career prospectsA Southern Virginia University education
serves as a bridge to a meaningful career,
advanced degrees and a lifetime of learning.
Because a liberal arts education emphasizes
the development of analytical and critical
thinking skills, Southern Virginia graduates
excel in a variety of challenging academic and
professional settings.
Employers in our competitive global
economy want to hire people who can analyze
complex information from a variety of
perspectives and draw from a broad foundation
of knowledge. Our graduates are admitted
to law schools, medical schools and graduate
programs at universities like Oxford, Cornell,
Purdue and the University of Southern
California. Our students find jobs with major
corporations like GE, Goldman Sachs, Rolls-
Royce, DeWALT and Microsoft, or with non-
profit organizations like Habitat for Humanity
and The Foundation for a Better Life.
the best preparation for your future
Art
Biology
Business Management &Leadership
Computer Science
English
Family & Child
Development
History
Liberal Arts
MusicPhilosophy
Politics
Spanish
Theatre
majors and minorsA liberal arts education will equip you with
general knowledge and understanding of the
letters, arts and sciences, and you can choose
to focus your studies in one of a variety of
majors and minors.
Southern Virginia also offers courses
designed for students who plan to attend
medical school or law school.
As a liberal arts institution Southern Virginia
University focuses on the best western
civilization has to offer. Our rich general
education program will immerse you in the
study of great human accomplishments inthe letters, arts and sciences. You will study
Greek, Roman and European works that helped
lay the foundation upon which our modern
political, economic, scientific and artistic
thinking is based. Youll learn how to think
critically, analyze information rigorously and
communicate ideas effectively.
Compared to large private and state schools
in the United States, Southern Virginia is
intentionally smaller, has a lower student-to-
faculty ratio and encourages more interaction
between professors and students. If you apply
yourself at Southern Virginia you will leave
with a broad base of knowledge from which to
pursue diverse career paths and adapt to the
ever-changing world.
liberal arts:learn how to think
[At] Southern Virginia, the study of philosophers likeAristotle and theologians like St. Augustine and ThomasAquinas gives students a ground for moral and politicalreflection considerably deeper than the cafeteria-styleofferings of most secular schools.
The Wall Street Journal
Our LDS environment, small classes, core curriculum and caring facultycombine to give our students the f inest undergraduate education available.
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thrive in an LDSenvironmentToday, the typical college student is oftenxposed to immorality, substance abuse
nd spiritual malaise. Many colleges and
universities are indifferent toward or intolerant
of students with religious beliefs and
tandards. Young people who choose to uphold
he tenets of their faith often stand alone.
This is not the case at Southern Virginia
University. The defining feature of our
ducational model is a commitment to the
eachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. Gospel principles are at the
enter of everything we do. The university
ponsors firesides and weekly devotionals.
Classroom discussions are informed not only
y textbooks and the best of secular thinking
ut also by scripture and the teachings of
Church leaders.
The Church has organized five wards for
oung single adults to serve Southern Virginia
tudents. Our campus is home to the Church
Educational Systems largest daytime Institute
of Religion in the eastern United States. In
2009 the Church finished a new student ward
nd Institute Building right on campus.
Since its transition to an LDS environment in 1996, the universitys enrollment has grown
en-fold from 70 to 700. Our students have come from 49 states and more than 40 countries; 96
percent of them are LDS.
honor codeAt Southern Virginia University youll enjoy
living in an atmosphere that is conducive
to feeling the Spirit of God. Although the
university is not owned or operated by The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
we espouse the standards and tenets of the
Church and follow an honor code based on its
teachings. With students, faculty and staff
dedicated to living high moral, ethical, dressand grooming standards, opportunities abound
for academic and spiritual progression.
The Southern Virginia honor code seeks to
ensure students live and study in an uplifting
setting. We uphold the core standards of
integrity, chastity, morality, modest dress
and abstinence from all forms of pornography,
gambling, alcohol, tobacco, tea, coffee and
illicit drugs.
Nourish your spirit just
as regularly as you nourish
your body or mind. Don't
neglect study of the gospel
and activity in the Church
during the period of your
schooling. It is needed then
as much as or more than at
any time during your life.Elder Dallin H. Oaks
ome away from home
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on the court,mat or fieldIn addition to promoting good physical health,
participating in athletics can contribute directly to the
refinement of your character. More than 40 percent of
Southern Virginia students participate on one or more of
our intercollegiate or club teams.
Our athletic programs require integrity and discipline
and teach students to apply the skills they learn on the
court, mat or field to the classroom and other aspects of
their lives.
The Southern Virginia Knights have claimed more than
30 small-college national championships, succeeding in a
wide variety of sports. Our athletic program is a member
of the USCAA, a provisional member of the NAIA, and
also competes against NCAA Division I, II and III teams.
The Southern Virginia athletic
program currently includes: Baseball,
Basketball (m/w), Cross Country (m/w),
Football, Golf (m/w), Soccer (m/w),
Softball, Tennis (m/w), Track & Field
m/w), Volleyball (w), Wrestling,
Lacrosse (m club), and Cheerleading
m/w).
outside theclassroomMany students who decide to attend large
universities give up the extracurricular
ctivities they pursued in high school.
At Southern Virginia, you can continue
developing the talents in which youve already
nvested time and effort and maybe take on
omething new.
Art is an indispensable medium for self- and
spiritual expression. If your passions include
theatre, music, dance, painting, photography or
sculpture, there are opportunities at Southern
Virginia University to develop your t alents
further. Our visual arts, music and theatre
programs provide students with a foundation
in theory and history, magnified by practical,
hands-on training.
Students from every major are encouragedto participate in Southern Virginias
performing arts programs, including theatrical
productions, musical ensembles and the
pep band.
on a canvas or stage
Chamber choir
Institute choir
Womens choir
Flute choir
Orchestra
Opera
Band
A cappella vocal
groups
Theatre
Shenanigans comedy
troupe
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The only thing better than visiting New York
City or Rome is getting college credit for it
and having someone else pick up all or part
of the bill. Southern Virginia Universitys
nationally recognized travel study program
allows every student to earn travel vouchers
to be used for one of our many domestic and
foreign travel study programs.
Once youve completed 56 hours at Southern
Virginia and attained junior status, you will
receive a travel voucher worth $400 toward
any of our foreign or domestic travel programs.
Our travel study trips include these domestic
and international locations:
travel study for every student
Boston
Nauvoo
New York City
Washington, D.C.
Athens
ChinaOxford
Rome
Germany
Spain
India
France
EcuadorDominican Republic
Our motto Learn that life is service isembodied in the lives of our students. At
Southern Virginia University, students
are encouraged to participate in organized
service on and off campus. Each semester
the university hosts a service fair at which
students can visit with local and national
organizations to learn of service opportunities.
Students who average at least 15 hours of
service per semester receive a special honor at
graduation.
serviceClubs and other organizations give students atSouthern Virginia University an opportunity
to develop leadership skills and interact with
peers who share their interests. Joining a club is
a great way to make friends and to participate
on campus and in the local community.
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Our guarantee: we promise that students who
adhere to and accomplish their curriculum
plans will graduate within four years or well
cover any additional tuition costs they accrue
at Southern Virginia.
Students who utilize one or more of our
summer terms have graduated in less than four
years. Graduating sooner means you can earn
a salary or finish an advanced degree while
students at other universities are still choosing
a major.
graduate sooner
An education from Southern Virginia
University prepares you for your future,
whatever it may hold. Investing in a Southern
Virginia education costs much less than most
other private colleges and universities. With
the added value of our core curriculum, small
classes, intellectual engagement and LDS
environment, a Southern Virginia educationcannot be matched.
With the addition of summer terms, a growing number
of Southern Virginia students graduate in three years.
value
I took the academic theoriesand principles that I learnedhere as well as the leadershipexperience and applied thatoutside. And its worked.
Harvey Scott 00
Vice President - Corporate Ventures, Rolls-Royce
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Southern Virginia awards a variety of
scholarships and grants every year. In addition,
we offer scholarships to all students who
have completed an honorable mission for The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
We also encourage students to pursuescholarships offered by private organizations
and companies, such as local service clubs and
businesses.
university scholarships &awards
Marriott Scholar Awards
Academic Scholarships
Returned Missionary Grants
Talent Grants
Need-Based Grants
scholarships& financial aid
The Financial Aid Office at SouthernVirginia will assist you in obtaining
financial aid from federal and stategovernments, other private sources and theuniversity.
Each year Southern Virginia University awards $4 million in merit, need-based,talent and returned missionary aid. We will do everything we can to make it
affordable for you to attend Southern Virginia.
federal aidThe U.S. government offers a variety of grants
and loans, including Federal Pell Grants
and Supplemental Education Opportunity
Grants. Awards are based on a students
financial needs. To request these awards,
students should file the Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA). To meet the
priority deadline, the FAFSA should be filed
by April 15 each year. Find them online at
www.fafsa.ed.gov.
interest-free payment planSouthern Virginia University also offers
an interest-free tuition payment plan that
distributes the cost of tuition into monthly
installments throughout the academic year.
There is a $75 per year fee associated with
this plan.
tuitionee the latest tuition & housing information at
www.svu.edu/tuition.
summer terms
Tuition during May, June and August terms isoffered at a significantly reduced rate. Taking
ummer term courses makes a Southern
Virginia education even more affordable.
dining dollarstudents living on or off campus may purchase
dining dollars toward meals in the dining hall
nd Jonzzeys cafe. For more information visit
www.svu.edu/dining.
housingouthern Virginia University offers several
housing options for single students, including
raditional residence halls, houses shared
y multiple students and townhouse-style
partments. In order to facilitate a common
xperience, Southern Virginia University
equires students to live on campus in
university housing who are single freshmen
nd sophomores under the age of 21 and not
iving with parents in the Buena Vista area.
To make housing more affordable for students
who choose to live on campus, Southern
Virginia also offers incremental privileges
and decreased costs as students accumulate
academic credits.
Our students utilize scholarship opportunities, our four-year graduation guarantee,summer terms and available grants to defray the cost of their education.
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nterested students should apply as early
s possible for priority consideration.Applications are processed within two
weeks of their arrival at the Admissions
Office. There is a $35 application fee (which
s waived for prospective students who
have attended an Open House at Southern
Virginia). Accepted applicants are notified
y mail. Those who are accepted and wish to
nroll must pay a $250 registration fee (not
efundable after May 1) and a $250 housing
deposit (if they will live on campus).
Southern Virginia hosts on-campus Open
Houses for prospective students throughout
he year. To make it easier for you attend
n Open House, Southern Virginia will
eimburse your travel at a rate of 20 cents-
per-mile, up to $250.
ncoming freshmenWhen considering freshman applications,
outhern Virginia examines the breadth of
n applicants academic record. While there
re no specified requirements, students
re expected to have completed 14 units
of core classes (English, foreign language,
mathematics, science, social science and
history) and four units of elective classes
e.g., art, music, drama, physical education,
omputer science).
transfer studentsouthern Virginia welcomes students
ransferring from other colleges and
universities.
Admissions Office
800-229-8420
540-261-8421 [email protected] go.svu.edu
Financial Aid Office
540-261-4351
Contact Info
Southern Virginia is accredited by the
American Academy for Liberal Education1050 17th St. NW, Suite 400, Washington D.C. 20036202-452-8611 | aale.org
The university is certied to operate and grant baccalaureatedegrees by the
State Council of Higher Education for Virginia101 North Fourteenth St, Richmond, VA 23219804-225-2600 | schev.edu
dmissionsSouthern Virginia University seeks
tudents who desire to succeed in ourxceptional learning and spiritual
nvironment. In addition to academic
proficiency, most admitted applicantshave served in their communities and
participated in extracurri cular activit ies.
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Our mission is to prepare leader-servantsmen and women who
lead by example, govern with love and give back to their families and
communities through service. With this goal in mind, Southern Virginia
strives to help each student develop our core values of scholarship,
discipleship, accountability, enthusiasm and refinement.
Southern Virginia Universitys Main Hall is the gateway to an engaging campus.
Built as a hotel in 1891, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.