Virginia Wesleyan University
About
Virginia Wesleyan University, a private liberal arts institution situated on a lush 300-acre campus in Virginia Beach, is best known for its hands-on, experiential approach to education and its strong commitment to environmental sustainability. The university’s premier academic offerings include the natural sciences—anchored by the state-of-the-art Greer Environmental Sciences Center—as well as business, education, and the highly selective Batten Honors College. Student life is defined by a close-knit, collaborative campus culture featuring competitive NCAA Division III Marlins athletics and a vibrant residential community just minutes from the oceanfront. What truly sets Virginia Wesleyan apart is its coastal location, which serves as a living laboratory through unique partnerships with the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center and the Brock Environmental Center, offering undergraduates unparalleled research and internship opportunities.
Wikipedia:Batten 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, and 355 students at LUJ/VWU Global (Japan). Virginia Wesleyan transitioned from a college to a university in 2017.
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Virginia Wesleyan University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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