About Longwood University

Founded in 1839, Longwood University. is a Public college. Located in Virginia, which is a city setting in Virginia, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 4,520 full time undergraduate students, and 364 full time graduate students.

The Longwood University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 16:1. There are 252 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Longwood University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate73%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range870-1070
ACT Range18-23

Admissions at LU are considered Selective, with ,34% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 18 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

79% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 39% were in the top quarter, and 12% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Longwood University.

3%
“We”re apathetic”
22%
“We know about current events and vote”
69%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
6%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
19%
“Sometimes, but not often”
53%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
38%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
59%
“I feel extremely safe”
41%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
25%
“We bought the gear”
34%
“We live for the big game”
23%
“It”s not really our thing”
16%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
45%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
16%
“We”re a very artistic group”
9%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
44%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
81%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
19%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
6%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
28%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
41%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
9%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
69%
“There might be people who do”
22%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
3%
“We”re apathetic”
22%
“We know about current events and vote”
69%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
6%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
19%
“Sometimes, but not often”
53%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
38%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
59%
“I feel extremely safe”
41%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
25%
“We bought the gear”
34%
“We live for the big game”
23%
“It”s not really our thing”
16%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
45%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
16%
“We”re a very artistic group”
9%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
44%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
81%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
19%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
6%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
28%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
41%
“We only party on weekends”
25%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
9%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
69%
“There might be people who do”
22%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    79 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    53 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    83 Students rated campus food 2.9 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    82 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    82 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    82 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 41 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    83 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    82 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 54 % gave the school a 5.0.

Longwood University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Longwood University?

44 Students rated Longwood University

Madison - 03/12/2024

It is a beautiful school with so many opportunities and so much culture. The food is delicious and the options are endless there are gluten-free, vegan, nut free, and many more accomidating options that not only accomidate students who need it but are equally as delicous as all the other foods served there.

Kendellynn - 08/15/2023

It’s a fine school if you’re someone who loves people pleasing and being uncomfortable all the time. It’s isolated and everyone always has a scowl on their face. Not the friendliest school. Academics are okay. If you weren’t popular in high school, Longwood is not the place to be.

Jamiah - 03/26/2023

It’s honestly not too bad if you are the type that fits right in and is not scared to socialize. For me it has been difficult to find my people to interact with on campus and I’ve tried everything. This college is very much clique-y. It reminds me of high school just more freedom and people. You really do have to put yourself out there. I really wish the campus and the surrounding town has more to offer to the students. It gets repetitive a lot around campus.

Caden - 12/21/2022

Longwood University is my new home. I love it there and the community and the education I am receiving. The professors all have doctorates and there is plenty to do around the small but beautiful campus. The class sizes are large enough for a good conversation but small enough for it to be individualized and for the professors to know your name and who you are as a person. Go Lancers!!

Longwood University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Longwood University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Longwood University is 73%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Study and make flash cards! Just those two would've made a world of a difference. Good thing I know that now though. Also not to procrastinate even though that's easier said than done. It also helps a lot to have a desk calender and write on it when everything is due and when meetings are. It helps with organization and reduces stress during the year.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates (as usually they are honors classes) are dedicated to their studies and care about what they are learning, they talk directly with eachother as well as the teacher when in discussion - you don't need to hide your opinions from them.

    Read all 16 answers

  4. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Every can succeed at this school, even the partiers. I wouldn't attend Longwood if you don't like the country or a small community feel.

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  5. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst part about Longwood University is the fact that freshman are not allowed to have cars on campus. This is the worst part because of how often i would like to go home. I unfortantly can not travel home with out my parent coming to get me. That is hard to do when your parent works full time.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school does not have a football team, however it has just as much, if not more, school spirit as larger schools with teams. We have a very close knit community and lean on each other, students and faculty alike. Longwood is my home. Classes are small and professors know every student by name and face and are invested in each student's success.

    Read all 14 answers

  7. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Longwood University is over an hour drive one way from my house and even further than my work. I work full-time while attending Longwood University full-time, which has been extremely difficult.

    Read all 13 answers

  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    An individual that is accustomed to a surburban/urban lifestyle and is now ready to settle down and have some time to themselves or someone who is planning on becoming a teacher. That is the type of individual that I would recommend to come to Longwood University. Someone that is okay with not having to go out every weekend, but rather, have some time to themselves and just have a place to study. I have found that Longwood is a great place to study since it has a lot of quiet time, but has a lot to offer as well.

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  9. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Longwood is extremely beautiful, friendly, and benefial in my life.

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  10. What's unique about your campus?

    Its small class size. Students are more committed and are able to form close bonds with professors. It's also not as overwhelming as colleges that have 200+ students in a class. You're not just a number. Professors make an effort to learn all of their students' names. General Education courses can expect to have around 40 students while upper level classes average around 20 students.

    Read all 11 answers

  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag about how many friends I've made since I've been here. Most everyone is so friendly and welcoming, and there are plenty of organizations and clubs to get involved with. Everyone has a place here at Longwood University.

    Read all 9 answers

  12. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Farmville isn't a very big town and therefore, there's not much here to do.

    Read all 8 answers

  13. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Longwood University is known for its small time country feel. Farmville is in a small town where there is not much to do compared to a larger city. Most people rely on friendships for entertainment or become heavily involved. Longwood does offer some wonderful outdoors activities within the Farmville community. There is a High Bridge Trail that is really unique. It is about a 2 hour bike ride to the bridge and back. The town has bike rental shops, which are fairly inexpensive. There is also a river and some really unique shops downtown.

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  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Longwood is ideal for people who want a small school they can know lots of people and be involved in lots of things. Definitley a college town. A ton of school pride. Is getting much harder to get in. Beautiful campus and small town allows you to focus on the college experience.

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  15. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    Greek Life is very important! All of the sororities and frats have stereotypes which arn't hard to figure out after a little while there. It's basically Greek, Athletes, Jesus Freaks and then everyone else. Living in the dorms is a great experience cause everyone is together and friendly. Off campus is just as much fun casue its such a small town that its only a short walk to friends places or parties. Parties are great! the weekend starts on thursday. The only bar in town (most often call "The bar" but known as mulligans" is where everyone of age is thursday night. Then everyone wanders to parties. Cops are pretty cool so you won't likely get in trouble if your careful. Still plenty of things to do if you don't drink

    Read all 1 answers

  16. What is the stereotype of students at your school?

    stuck up, mostly girls, not smart enough to go to jmu, big partiers

    Read all 1 answers

  17. What are the academics like at your school?

    classes and majors are small which is great. positive pressure to do well in school. The library is a great place to study because you can socialize a little while studying. It's not overlly competitive but can be challenging. Definitley prepared me for a job. Allowed to me suceed academically.

    Read all 1 answers

  18. Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

    sometimes stuck up, a good amount of girls and guys, pretty smart and yes

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

67%

female

33%

male

4,520

Total Undergrad Enrollment

364

Total Grad Students

5%

Out-Of-State

94%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

184

Student Organizations

10

Fraternities

12

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

61%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
9%
% Hispanic/Latino
5%
% White or Caucasian
75%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

78% of students attending Longwood University receive some sort of financial aid. 27% were awarded federal grants. While 57% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$26,670

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,350

Books and Supplies

$10,685

Room and Board

38,705

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$15,786
$30 - $48K
$17,451
$48 - $75K
$19,580
$75 - $110K
$23,316
$110K & UP
$24,640

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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