Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bluefield, Virginia |
| Online | bluefield.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Bluefield University (formerly Bluefield College) is a private Baptist institution located in Bluefield, Virginia, situated in the Appalachian Mountains near the Virginia-West Virginia border. Founded in 1922 by the Baptist General Association of Virginia, the institution operates from a 82-acre residential campus characterized by its hilltop setting and traditional brick buildings. The university offers undergraduate programs with particular emphasis in business, education, criminal justice, and nursing, alongside several online degree completion programs for adult learners. Residential students are housed in one of four campus dormitories, and the institution competes in NAIA athletics as the Rams, participating in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. In 2020, the institution formally transitioned from college to university status to reflect its expanded academic offerings.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $440 |
| Other Fees | $1,820 |
| Room and Board | $9,814 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,370 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,320 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 42% |
| Psychology | 21% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 17% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
| General Studies | 4% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=231554 IPEDS survey data for Bluefield College.
Current students may use the Bluefield College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025