Averett University

Averett University begins its current academic year with 168 years of institutional history behind it. Based in Danville, Virginia, the university has developed into a higher education institution serving traditional students and working adults through campus-based and online study. Student life includes athletics, campus events, student organizations and opportunities for community involvement.

Academic options include bachelor's programs in business administration, management science, computer information systems, criminal justice, sociology and nursing, along with bachelor's degrees in arts and science fields. Graduate offerings include business administration, education, curriculum and instruction, special education, administration and supervision, math specialist study and graduate certificates in areas such as reading specialist and gifted education. Averett Online courses generally run for five to eight weeks at the undergraduate level and two to six weeks at the graduate level, with programs designed for career advancement, promotion or career change. Internship opportunities also give students hands-on experience.

International students can expect access to student services that support both academic and personal goals. Counseling Services provides confidential individual and group counseling through a short-term, goal-oriented model, with crisis intervention and referrals to community providers when needs require longer-term or specialized care. The university's location in Danville offers a defined campus setting while its online programs provide an alternative format for students balancing study with professional responsibilities.