VINCENNES UNIVERSITY AT VINCENNES, INDIANA

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Vincennes University is the college of choice for many top high school graduates, but the institution also provides developmental education for those whose academic skills are not at the collegiate level. VU provides post-secondary education to students from more than 100 countries and through distance education but is also a preferred choice for many within the nearby geographic area. Educational services are provided on two established campuses and sites worldwide, but new learning sites are also established in rapid response to industry needs. The University strives to control its tuition and fees but also facilitates all forms of public and private financial aid, so that all those with the ability to benefit from a college education may find it at Vincennes University.

• Campus: Situated on the banks of the Wabash River, the 160-acre VU Vincennes campus includes more than 30 modern buildings featuring red-brick construction consistent with the first campus building. Vincennes is situated approximately 120 miles southwest of Indianapolis at the junction of US highways 41 and 50. Vincennes is midway between the cities of Evansville and Terre Haute.
• Accreditation: Vincennes University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
• Online Learning: As one of the first colleges to provide online learning opportunities Today’s online students include: 1) entering college freshmen who want to complete general studies over the summer before arriving on campus in the fall, 2) non-traditional students with busy lives who want to complete their degrees on a flexible schedule, and 3) returning members of the military who want to prepare for re-entry into the workforce.
• Premier Transfer institution: VU has long been a leader in academic transfer education with hundreds of graduates transferring annually to universities throughout the state and the nation. Currently, there are more than 245 two-plus-two articulation agreements between VU and public and private universities.
• Workforce Development and Training: VU’s Business and Industry program provides more than 100,000 hours of business and industry training every year to Indiana employers and employees.
• Career and Employer Relations: VU offers career counseling, an extensive resource of career guidance tools and career support services to help facilitate the career planning process. Workshops focusing on career planning, employment skills and job search strategies including assistance with resume development and interviewing are also available.
• Internship: Internships provide students with valuable practical experience related to their major and may be the link to successful placement after graduation. The Career Exploration Center provides listings of internship opportunities available. We also provide a listing of part-time jobs on-campus as well as off-campus to assist students financially and enhance academic study with on-the-job experience.
• Honors Program: The Vincennes University Honors Program is open to outstanding students of all majors who wish to develop their talents to the fullest. Through a combination of honors courses, leadership opportunities, cultural events, and creative activity, the Honors Program is designed to enhance the intellectual lives of the students who participate as well as the University's academic community.
• Housing: In addition to the classroom experience, the campus offers six residence halls, multiple dining facilities, and a student recreation center.