Birdsong School of Social Science (Undergrad)

Intakes

Jan, Aug

Deadlines

Jul, Dec
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Faculty Facts

Annual tuition fees

USD36,010

Duration

4 Years

Intakes

Jan, Aug

Study language

English

Delivery mode

On-Campus|Online

Degree type

Bachelor

List of Programs

  1. American Studies
  2. Criminal Justice
  3. Criminal Justice (Online)*
  4. History
  5. History & Social Science
  6. International Studies
  7. International Studies (Online)*
  8. Political Science
  9. Psychology
  10. Psychology (Online)*
  11. Social Science
  12. Social Science (Online)*
  13. Sociology
  14. Sociology (Online)*
  15. Theatre

* Virginia Wesleyan University offers a number of undergraduate degree programs online. Courses are taught in seven-week sessions, allowing students to begin their studies throughout the year.

Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Recommended Minimum GPA: 2.5
  • Average GPA (first-year student): 3.39
  • Average GPA (transfer student): 2.97

English Tests Requirements

TOEFL-IBT

80

IELTS

7

Duolingo English test

105

About Faculty

At Virginia Wesleyan University, study and research through The Birdsong School of Social Science complement arts, humanities, and the natural sciences in exploring and evaluating the human experience, in answering questions that frame students’ research with faculty, and in fulfilling the university’s mission of service and outreach to the wider community. Students in the social sciences sharpen their powers of observation, analysis, and communication, seeking precise answers to complicated questions, and contributing to new knowledge for a challenging era.

Top Reasons to Study in Virginia Wesleyan University

We’re scholarly. Our faculty members are more than professors; they’re scholars, mentors, and friends. Ninety percent hold a PhD or the highest degree in their field.

We’re supportive. With small classes and a 14:1 student/faculty ratio, you’ll find an extremely supportive community, from financial aid to faculty mentors, ready to help you succeed.

We’re diverse. In 2020 US News & World Report recognized us as one of the top 25 most ethnically diverse national liberal arts colleges in the country. We have a campus population that is 48% self-identified people of color. In addition, first-generation students comprise approximately 25% of our campus population.

Ranking & Accreditation of Virginia Wesleyan University

  • Top 30 in Ethnic Diversity among Liberal Arts InstitutionsU.S. News & World Report, 2022
  • Top Performer on Social MobilityU.S. News & World Report, 2022
  • Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Student Accommodation at Virginia Wesleyan University

  • Housing: $10,264
  • Other: $3,680

Deadline:

Jul, Dec
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