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Vincennes University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,590
Student to faculty ratio 22 to 1
Students retention rate 42%
On-time graduation rate 30%

Located in Vincennes, Indiana, Vincennes University is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Vincennes University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Vincennes University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at Vincennes University is reported to be 30%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Indiana state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 48% whereas the national average was 49%.

The retention rate of students at Vincennes University is 42% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Indiana is 66%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Vincennes University do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$6,449

Cost of attendance at Vincennes University in 2022 for students from Indiana.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average $8,887
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$15,253

Cost of attendance at Vincennes University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average $22,628
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 89 of freshman students at Vincennes University received on average $9,239 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$9,239
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 603 47% $5,252 $3,167,071
Other Federal Grant 1,080 85% $5,503 $5,943,013
State Grant/Scholarships 607 47% $4,717 $2,863,070
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 463 36% $3,708 $1,717,024
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,139 89% $9,239 $10,523,107

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Vincennes University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Vincennes University students is 30.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 30.1%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 30.3%.

30.2%

  • asian 37.5% 3 students
  • African American 6.4% 26 students
  • white 37.0% 567 students
  • unknown 45.4% 5 students
  • hispanic 23.5% 19 students
  • International Students 58.8% 10 students
  • Mixed Race 17.3% 14 students

Athletic Associations

  • NJCAA
    National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

Service Offerings

Vincennes University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Vincennes University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)