- VU is a public, two-year, comprehensive, community college that features a full-service student residential environment. Our primary mission is to provide associate degree and certificate programs in a wide variety of academic and occupational majors leading to entry to a four-year university or to the workforce.
School Highlights
Vincennes University serves 19,795 students (21% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 55%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 19,795 students
- In-state tuition: $5,396
- Out-state tuition: $12,730
- Acceptance Rate: 85%
- Minority enrollment: 36%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Vincennes University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 329 teachers has declined by 68% over five years.
Vincennes University
(IN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's--Public Suburban-serving Single Campus
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
329 staff
97 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Vincennes University has grown by 6% over five years.
The Vincennes University diversity score of 0.55 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
19,795 students
3,896 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
60:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
4,130 students
1,113 students
# Part-Time Students
15,665 students
2,783 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
826 students
301 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,130 students
1,855 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
15,665 students
183 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,802 students
320 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
15%
4%
% Black
11%
10%
% White
64%
45%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
35%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
30%
68%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,600
$27,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,396 is more than the state average of $4,323. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,730 is more than the state average of $8,214. The out-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,396
$4,323
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,730
$8,214
Tuition Notes
$4,100 per year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,596
$12,298
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,901
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
85%
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Founded in 1801, VU is now embarking on its third century of providing top quality education. VU is Indiana's first college and is one of the oldest in America. It is the birthplace of one of the nation's first two-year institutions of higher learning. Founded by U.S. President William Henry Harrison,VU is located in Indiana's first city, Vincennes, once the capital of the vast Indiana Territory. The modern, 120-acre Vincennes campus is surrounded by historical treasures, such as Harrison's frontier mansion, the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park--site of an American Revolutionary War battle--and the legendary Wabash River. A few steps away, you will find one of the most modern campuses in the state--currently undergoing the largest building expansion in history. Opening this year is VU's new Donald G. Bell Student Recreation Center and the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center. Situated on the banks of the Wabash River, the 100-acre VU campus includes more than 30 modern buildings featuring red-brick construction consistent with the first campus building, the 1803 home of VU's founder, William Henry Harrison. The Harrison mansion is open for tours. The campus also features red-brick walkways, abundant landscaping, and easy access to the legendary Wabash River and the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. In addition to our 173-acre, residential campus in Vincennes, we also have a campus in Jasper, an Aviation Technology Center in Indianapolis, and an American Sign Language program at the Indiana School for the Deaf. We also offer classes on military bases across the country. In 2001-2002, VU conferred some 1,250 degrees in Arts, Science, and Applied Science, plus Certificates of Graduation and Certificates of Program Completion. VU students come from all 92 Indiana counties, 25 other states and 34 foreign countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Vincennes University cost?
Vincennes University's tuition is approximately $5,396 for In-State students and $12,730 for Out-State students.
What schools are Vincennes University often compared to?
Vincennes Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Tech Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Vincennes University?
The acceptance rate of Vincennes University is 85%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is Vincennes University's ranking?
Vincennes University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Indiana for: Largest student body.
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