Virginia University of Lynchburg
Former names | Lynchburg Baptist Seminary (1886–1890) Virginia Seminary (1890–1900) Virginia Theological Seminary and College (1900–1962) Virginia Seminary and College (1962–1996) |
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| Motto | Sibi Auxilium et Libertas (Self Help and Freedom) |
| Type | Private historically black university |
| Established | 1886 |
| Accreditation | TRACS |
Religious affiliation | Christian |
| President | Kathy Franklin |
Administrative staff | 50 |
| Students | 863 (2023) |
| Location | , , U.S. 37°23′42.7″N 79°9′6.3″W / 37.395194°N 79.151750°W |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Colors | Navy Blue & Light Blue |
| Nickname | Dragons |
Sporting affiliations | National Christian College Athletic Association – South |
| Website | wp.vul.edu |
Virginia University of Lynchburg | |
| Location | 2058 Garfield Ave., Lynchburg, Virginia |
| Area | 6.82 acres (2.76 ha) |
| Built | 1888 |
| Architect | Romulus C. Archer Jr. |
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival, Beaux-Arts |
| NRHP reference No. | 11000035 |
| VLR No. | 118-5297 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | February 22, 2011 |
| Designated VLR | December 16, 2010 |
Virginia University of Lynchburg (VUL) is a private historically black Christian university in Lynchburg, Virginia. VUL offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs primarily focused on religious studies, business, and the liberal arts. Academically, VUL is structured into three main schools: the School of Religion, School of Business Administration, and School of Liberal Arts & Sciences.
VUL is accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). The campus is a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places.