Race & Ethnicity
Virginia State University has a diverse student body with 98% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Virginia State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Virginia State University has a gender distribution of 55% female students and 45% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
42% of total enrollment
51% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Virginia State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 72% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 8% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
72%
Traditional Age (18-21)
8%
Non-Traditional (25+)
7%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Virginia State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 66% in-state residents, 33% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
66% of student body
33% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
35 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
98%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
55%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
8%
Non-Traditional Age