What is Longwood University?

A public university located in the Heart of Virginia, only one hour from Richmond and less than three hours from Northern Virginia and Virginia Beach.

A home for ~4,500 students with 18 students per class, on average, and only 2 classes with more than 50 students.

Best in Virginia for…

  • Internships during college
  • Students majoring in high-growth fields

Whether it’s discussing career plans or important ideas, national survey data shows Longwood students’ experiences with faculty eclipse their peers at other schools.

Read more in Longwood By The Numbers

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We’d love to meet you! We offer general information sessions, immersion days focused on majors, large open houses and more.

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Affordability

Affordability

Longwood is committed to keeping a college education affordable for many, rather than a luxury for few. We offer merit scholarships and other types of aid to support our students.

$15,410 In-State, Residential

average undergraduate semester cost

$21,530 Out-of-State, Residential

average undergraduate semester cost

Scholarships Financial Aid & Cost of Attendance

Anchored by our Civitae Core Curriculum, Longwood’s academic programs are rooted in the liberal arts while preparing students for the skills employers say they value most--critical thinking, writing and speaking, and creative problem-solving. With more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations, students can explore a wide variety of career paths while becoming a citizen leader prepared to work toward the common good. 

Undergraduate Areas of StudyGraduate ProgramsCivitae Core CurriculumChoosing a Major

Ready to apply?

Our application for fall 2026 is now available.

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Applying to Longwood

Longwood Traditions

At the center of every Longwood student’s experience are the vast array of traditions that touch everyone who walks onto campus.

Day in the Life at Longwood

From sunrise to sunset, take a look at a typical spring day on Longwood’s beautiful campus.

A Glimpse of Campus & Longwood Life

Longwood’s picturesque campus in the heart of Virginia is home to a thriving community of citizen leaders who take part in time-honored and unique traditions during their time on campus.

I’m accepted… what’s next?

Congratulations!

Welcome to the Lancer family! We know you're excited about the next steps. Whether you’re still deciding or ready to make it official, we’re here to help!

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Have questions or want to talk? We’re here.

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Admissions
Text (434) 542-6073
Phone (434) 395-2060
admissions@longwood.edu
310 Buffalo Street
Farmville, VA 23909

Financial Aid
Phone 434.395.2077
finaid@longwood.edu