Virginia Union University, Historical Black University in Richmond, United States
Virginia Union University operates on a campus with Gothic Revival buildings, housing classrooms, laboratories, and student facilities across its educational complex in Richmond.
The American Baptist Home Mission established the Richmond Theological Institute in 1865, which later merged with Wayland Seminary to form Virginia Union University in 1899.
The institution maintains strong connections to the Baptist denomination while serving as an educational center for African American students through various academic programs.
Students can select from multiple undergraduate and graduate programs, with current enrollment reaching approximately 1,451 students as recorded in the 2019-2020 academic year.
The university holds dual recognition as both a National Register of Historic Places listed location and an official Virginia Historic Landmark.
Location: Virginia
Inception: 1865
Industry: higher education
Address: 1500 N Lombardy St, Richmond, VA, 23220 23220
Website: https://vuu.edu
GPS coordinates: 37.56250,-77.45111
Latest update: September 24, 2025 10:13
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