UNCF-Member Institution

Virginia Union University

The latest iteration of this study, "Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs," reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Virginia Union University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Virginia Union University’s faculty, employees, and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion, and a more dynamic community environment.

Founded in 1865 in Richmond, Virginia, Virginia Union University was created to provide newly freed individuals with educational opportunities within an ethical and religious setting. Virginia Union offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in liberal arts education, teaching, research, science, technology, and civic engagement.

  • $97.2M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 834
    Jobs
  • $844.9M
    Total Lifetime Earnings for Graduates