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1 University Hill Dr
Buena Vista, VA 24416
+1 (800) 229-8420
http://www.svu.edu
Southern Virginia University, located in Buena Vista, Va., is a coeducational private university. It serves more than 6,000 students and offers a general education program in liberal arts supplemented by various majors and minors. Southern Virginia University provides a wide range of programs in arts, biology, business management and leadership, English, family and child development, history and computer science. The university also provides courses in music, philosophy, Spanish, theater, chemistry, creative writing, early childhood education, government and mathematics. It has a career development center that offers career counseling services to students. Southern Virginia University also offers financial aid for students. The university is accredited by the American Academy for Liberal Education.

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4.56 reviews
Nicole H.
12/21/2025

Great liberal arts college! Very cute historic district and valuable education. Love attending sporting events here (they're free!). This is a great, Christian college!

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Bryant G.
11/2/2022

SVU is a wonderful private university. The building an an old historic location with several different uses over the years. It's not a high tech school full of modern conveniences - but it is a...

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Ella B.
6/30/2025

Most amazing college experience!! I love everything about the school, the sports, the professors, etc. 10/10

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Jamie L.
1/18/2023

Friendly atmosphere and great place for students who are looking for a unique experience. Beautiful setting overlooking the town of Buena Vista.

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Michael H.
3/19/2015

Just wanted to update where the school has gone since 2009. This is still a fantastic Liberal Arts University filled with really fantastic professors that are very helpful and since classroom...

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