Southern Virginia University

Southern Virginia University is a private, self-reliant college aligned with the principles and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Located in the heart of Virginia's majestic Shenandoah Valley, Southern Virginia is one of the fastest-growing private residential colleges in the country. More than 1,000 students are projected to enroll this fall, which represents a 50-percent enrollment growth over five years. Southern Virginia's unique academic model attracts students from all 50 states and 5 countries and results in one of the highest job-placement rates (93 percent) of any college or university in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, sponsors 22 NCAA Division III sports and is a member of the Capital Athletic Conference.