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Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball

Virginia Union University (VUU) · Richmond, Virginia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate98%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate34%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,646Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball coaches

Coaches at Virginia Union University who recruit Women's Volleyball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Virginia Union University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
vuusports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

Popular majors

AccountingBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness StatisticsChemistry, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralComputer Science
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
34% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$12,630
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$20,207
Campus

Where it is

Virginia Union University in Richmond.

Location
Richmond, Virginia
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Baptist
Time zone
Eastern
Website
vuu.edu
Overview

About Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Anetra Sims, the Head Volleyball Coach, leads the Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Virginia Union University (VUU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Volleyball as a member of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Virginia Union University is a small private school in Richmond, Virginia with 1,646 undergraduates, a 98% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,207 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Anetra Sims, the Head Volleyball Coach and DaNetra Franklin, the Volleyball Graduate Assistant. Virginia Union University has 2 coaches for Women's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Anetra can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Virginia Union University typically score 850–885 on the SAT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Virginia Union University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.

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Questions

Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Virginia Union University D2?

Yes. Virginia Union University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Volleyball, in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Is Virginia Union University public or private?

Virginia Union University is a private nonprofit school in Richmond, Virginia.

What conference is Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball in?

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Does Virginia Union University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Volleyball?

Virginia Union University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball have?

2 coaches, led by Anetra Sims, the Head Volleyball Coach.

Who is the head coach of Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball?

Anetra Sims is the Head Volleyball Coach.

When can Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Virginia Union University cost?

In-state tuition is $12,630 and out-of-state tuition is $12,630 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,207.

What is the Virginia Union University acceptance rate?

98% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Virginia Union University?

Admitted students typically score 850–885 on the SAT.

How do I contact the Virginia Union University Women's Volleyball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified October 2026