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The Facts about Bluefield University

It’s a fact! The minute you step on campus, you know there is something special about Bluefield University.

Bluefield University is special. Our service-minded students are the heart and soul of our compassionate campus community. Dedicated faculty offer challenging academic experiences in a committed Christian environment. We’re proud of our critically acclaimed teacher education program and global education opportunities. Graduate programs in education, biomedical sciences, nursing, and business administration offer innovative and rigorous coursework. Students enjoy international and regional tours with music and theater ensembles. Our athletic teams play as champions each time they take the field or the court. The quick facts below offer a glimpse into what makes our Christ-centered University so special. More information resources are available on the website of the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV).

Location

Discover Bluefield, located in the midst of the scenic Appalachian Mountains of Southwestern Virginia.

 

Degrees

Choose your major from among our 40+ academic programs offered online and on campus.

Admissions

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Financial Aid

In 2019-20, 99% of Bluefield students received some form of student financial aid.

It’s a Fact:

  • Bluefield University was established in 1922 by the Baptist General Association of Virginia who we are still in covenant today.
  • Our 1,200 students represent 32 states and 16 countries.
  • 99% of our on-campus students receive some form of financial assistance.
  • 80% of our on-campus students choose to live on campus.
  • Out of our 60 full-time faculty members, 76% are terminally degreed in their field of study providing expertise to students in their area of study.
  • We’re proud of our 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio for on-campus classes and our 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio for online classes.
  • Bluefield University maintains an “A” grade from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni for our core curriculum and is just one of twenty-three institutions to hold this distinction.
  • Bluefield offers 18 NAIA Division 1 athletic teams for men and women competing in the Appalachian Athletic Conference and the Mid-South Conference.
  • The Bluefield campus encompasses 82 acres and includes the Bluefield University Cave, a nature trail, and an outfitter for students to borrow outdoor equipment anytime.

 

Articulation Agreements

Bluefield University has articulation agreements with the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM).

Under the terms of these agreements, students may be granted a guaranteed admissions interview or early admission into the osteopathic medical college if they have met the following requirements: completion of all VCOM admission requirements, completion of prerequisite courses, a science and overall GPA of 3.5, sufficient SAT, ACT, or MCAT scores, completion of 80 hours of health care volunteerism, and 80 hours of community volunteerism, and any other requirements outlined in the agreement.

Bluefield University has a 3+3 articulation agreement with the Appalachian College of Pharmacy (ACP).

Students will complete the first three years at Bluefield University, then transfer to ACP to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy program, applicants must complete a minimum of 72 semester credit hours of pre-pharmacy study at Bluefield University and earn a grade of C- (or its equivalent) or better in all prerequisite courses. Additional programmatic requirements and specific course requirements for the Appalachian College of Pharmacy and how Bluefield meets those requirements are listed in the current Academic Catalog.

Bluefield University has a 3+3 articulation agreement with the Appalachian School of Law.

Students who meet specific requirements—including credit requirements at Bluefield University, a Law School Admissions Council Index Score of at least 176, a score of at least 150 on the Law School Admissions Test, character and fitness requirements, and an aptitude for the study of law—will be admitted into the ASL program.

Community Colleges

Bluefield University has a transfer articulation agreement with the Virginia Community College System.

Students who graduate from a Virginia community college with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees are guaranteed admission to Bluefield University and will be guaranteed the acceptance of all transferable credits earned from the associate degree program, not to exceed 68 credits. BU guarantees the transferred credits meet the general education requirements except for one Christian Studies course.

Bluefield University has a transfer articulation agreement with Danville Community College.

Students who graduate from Danville Community College with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Arts and Sciences, or Associate of Applied Science in Administration of Justice Program degrees are guaranteed admission to Bluefield University and will be guaranteed the acceptance of all transferable credits earned from the associate degree program, not to exceed 68 credits. BU guarantees the transferred credits meet the general education requirements except for one Christian Studies course.

For students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher will be eligible to apply for the Bluefield University Articulation Scholarship, which has a value of up to $1,500.

Bluefield University has a transfer articulation agreement with Rappahannock Community College.

Students who graduate from Danville Community College with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Arts and Sciences, or Associate of Applied Science in Protective Service Technology degrees are guaranteed admission to Bluefield University and will be guaranteed the acceptance of all transferable credits earned from the associate degree program, not to exceed 68 credits. BU guarantees the transferred credits meet the general education requirements except for one Christian Studies course.

For students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher will be eligible to apply for the Bluefield University Articulation Scholarship, which has a value of up to $1,500.

Bluefield University has a transfer articulation agreement with Southwest Virginia Community College.

Students who graduate from Southwest Virginia Community College with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees are guaranteed admission to Bluefield University and will be guaranteed the acceptance of all transferable credits earned from the associate degree program, not to exceed 68 credits. BU guarantees the transferred credits meet the general education requirements except for one Christian Studies course.

For students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher will be eligible to apply for the Bluefield University Articulation Scholarship, which has a value of up to $1,500.

Bluefield University has a transfer articulation agreement with Wytheville Community College.

Students who graduate from Wytheville Community College with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees are guaranteed admission to Bluefield University and will be guaranteed the acceptance of all transferable credits earned from the associate degree program, not to exceed 68 credits. BU guarantees the transferred credits meet the general education requirements except for one Christian Studies course.

For students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher will be eligible to apply for the Bluefield University Articulation Scholarship, which has a value of up to $1,500.

Do I only apply once?

  • No. Students must apply each academic year for the fall semester and submit the necessary documents.

Do I have to take the classes specified in the Associate's Degree tracks as they are listed on the information sheet?

  • No. Students may take any of the courses that are offered in a given term.

Where do I find the textbook listing, and where do I purchase the books?

  • Log in to myBU, and under the "Student" tab, you will find a list of the textbooks required (if any) for each course. Students are responsible for purchasing their own textbooks.

How long is a semester?

  • Our semesters are divided into two 8-week terms.

Is there an orientation?

  • Yes. Students can attend an orientation session that explains how to access courses, how to register for classes, and answers other questions.

Where can I find a course description?

Does the student need to take the SAT or ACT in order to take Dual Enrollment classes?

  • No. If a student decides to study at BU full time, BU is currently test-optional for the 2021-2022 admissions cycle.

Are the classes live? Do students need to log in and participate at certain times?

  • Classes are offered online, so a student can log-on and study at their convenience and their own pace. Students have assignments due each week; you can complete your assignments at any point in time before the deadline.

Does an Early College student need to come to campus for anything?

  • No. However, we would love to have you visit our campus if you are interested in continuing with traditional on-campus study. Students who complete their associate's degree have the option to walk at our commencement ceremony.

Are Early College students able to receive Financial Aid?

  • No. However, Early College courses are very affordable compared to other options. The cost for an online Dual Enrollment course is $100 per credit hour.

How do transferring credits work?

  • Each College or University completes a transcript review in order to decide which courses transfer. Sticking to general education classes generally makes transferring credits simple. All Early College courses at Bluefield University are general education classes that should transfer to another accredited institution.

Is an Early College student considered, and treated, as a transfer student when they become a full-time college student if they have earned enough credits to be a Junior?

  • No. Since they have not graduated from high school, they are considered a first-time college student regardless of how many credits transfer. However, by transferring credits when they enroll as a full-time student, they will have to take fewer classes to receive their bachelor's degree, which shortens the length of time to earn the degree.

Can I speak to someone if I have more questions?

  • Yes. Please contact the Office of Admissions by email or you can call them at 276.326.4231

 

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