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Virginia State University

1 Hayden Drive, Petersburg, VA 23806, USA

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US ranking
position: 1185
Tuition & fees per year: N/A
Acceptance rate: 89.00%
Median alumni salary: $31,713
Avg. SAT and ACT: 935 SAT, 18 ACT
Entrance difficulty: Easy

What are the security measures and safety resources available for students at Virginia State University?

Virginia State University prioritizes campus safety through several key measures designed to protect its students at all times. The university operates an all-day hotline, ensuring that assistance is readily available around the clock. Trained security personnel are present on campus, providing professional oversight and rapid response to any safety concerns. For added student convenience and protection, late-night transportation services are offered, allowing individuals to move safely during evening hours. Additionally, the university enhances residential security by using electronically operated dormitory entrances, restricting access to authorized residents only.

Virginia State University Security

  • 24h hotline
  • Trained security
  • Late night transportation
  • Electronically-operated dormitory entrances

How Safe Is Virginia State University? - Crime Statistics

Total Crime

Virginia State University Criminal Offenses

Crime

2021 2022 2023

Murder

100

Negligent manslaughter

000

Rape

281

Fondling

151

Incest

000

Statutory rape

000

Robbery

014

Aggravated assault

1117

Burglary

279

Motor vehicle theft

024

Arson

000

Virginia State University VAWA Offenses

Crime

2021 2022 2023

Domestic violence

000

Dating violence

141525

Stalking

004

Virginia State University Criminal Arrests

Crime

2021 2022 2023

Weaponry carrying

177

Drug abuse

074

Liquor law violation

025

Virginia State University Criminal Disciplinary

Crime

2021 2022 2023

Weaponry carrying

013

Drug abuse

486965

Liquor law violation

111227