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    Choosing a college can be confusing to many students and their parents, especially because Virginia has such an abundance of excellent two- and four- year colleges and universities.

    There are many things you may want to consider when looking at a college:

    • ·2-Year or 4-Year Schools
    • ·Size
    • ·Location
    • ·Majors and Programs
    • ·Clubs and Activities
    • ·Cost

    Visiting a school’s campus will give you a chance to get a feel for what life at that school might be like. It is important that you think you will be happy at the school you choose. Of course, it isn’t easy to visit every school you are considering, so check out all of the universities/colleges in Virginia with the resources below:

    • Check out all of the universities/colleges in Virginia with this map.
    • Virtual College Fairs:  Can’t make it to a campus visit? Take a virtual tour of college campuses using Campus Tours! at collegefairsonline.com
    • Visit their website.  Browse schools to get an idea of what you like or don't like about each one.  This will really help you narrow down your list of potential schools!  Links to many Virginia colleges and universities are below:

    Local Two-Year Community College:

    Patrick Henry Community College

    Four Year Colleges and Universities in Virginia:

    Averett College

    Bluefield College 
    Bridgewater College
    Christendom College 
    Christopher Newport University

    College of William and Mary

    Eastern Mennonite University 
    Emory & Henry College 
    Ferrum College 
    George Mason University 
    Hampden-Sydney College
    Hampton University 
    Hollins University 
    James Madison University                                                                                                                         

    Jefferson College of Health Sciences (now Radford University Carilion)
    Liberty University 
    Longwood University
    Lynchburg College
    Mary Baldwin University(previously Mary Baldwin College)
    Marymount University
    Norfolk State University 
    Old Dominion University                                                                                                                           

    Patrick Henry College
    Radford University 

    Radford University Carilion (previously Jefferson College of Health Sciences)
    Randolph-Macon College
    Randolph College                                                                                                                                  

    Regent University
    Roanoke College                                                                                                                                    

    Southern Virginia University
    Shenandoah University 
    Sweet Briar College 
    University of Mary Washington
    University of Richmond 
    University of Virginia 
    University of Virginia-College at Wise
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    Virginia Military Institute 
    Virginia State University 
    Virginia Tech 
    Virginia Union University
    Virginia Wesleyan University (previously Virginia Wesleyan College)
    Washington and Lee University

     

    Additional Resources:

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    Helpful Links for College Research:

    • Are you a First Generation College student? College Greenlight connects you with tons of resources to help you find the best college!
    •  It’s never too early to start planning. Think Big Future!
    •  See how your college choices compare using the College Score Card
    •  Virginia Wizard helps you look at transfer options from community colleges and search for majors based on your career interest.
    • Ferguson's Career Database gives factual information on a huge variety of career choices along with video, college guides, and resume writing resources.
    • BestColleges.com partners with HigherEducation.com to provide direct connections to schools and programs by hosting a wide array of free college planning, financial aid, and career resources to help all students get the most from their education and prepare for the world after college. 

     

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