Virginia Union University (VUU) is a private historically black university (HBCU) established in 1865. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate education from its 86-acre campus in Richmond, Virginia.
The university's academic structure encompasses 35 bachelor's degrees, 11 master's degrees, and one doctoral degree. Its stated organizational values focus on innovation, spiritual formation, integrity, diversity and inclusion, and excellence. The university's stated mission involves preparing scholars, leaders, and lifelong learners for a global society.
In the U.S. News & World Report 2024 rankings, Virginia Union University was listed at #39 among HBCUs.