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Established in 2009, South University, Richmond is right in the heart of Short Pump and is surrounded by eateries, shopping, a fitness center, and a bustling community. Richmond is an eclectic and historical city, with a youthful population that is known for its great food, festivals and access to outdoor adventures, like the river rapids of the James that run through its center. We get to experience the beauty of summer, fall, winter, and spring in Richmond and find ourselves only an hour or two away from Washington D.C., the Chesapeake Bay or the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Our Campus offers
All Programs at South University, Richmond
Allied Health Science - AS
Allied Health Science - AS
Healthcare Management - BS
Healthcare Management - BS
Health Sciences - BS
Health Sciences - BS
Occupational Therapy Assistant - AAS
Occupational Therapy Assistant - AAS
Physical Therapist Assistant - AAS
Physical Therapist Assistant - AAS
Physician Assistant - MS
Physician Assistant - MS
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Admissions information
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Virginia Homeschool Dual Enrollment Program
South University's Virginia Homeschool Dual Enrollment Program is an enrichment opportunity allowing eligible homeschool students to earn high school and college credit for courses taken at South University, Richmond while still enrolled in high school. Learn More.
Readmission and Transfer Students
Transferring credit or returning to finish an
academic program is both exciting and daunting. South University wants to see you succeed, so we’re here to help you take the first step to pursuing your professional goals.
Student Consumer Information
Here you'll find the information you need to become an informed consumer of a South University education. From financial aid facts and forms, to information from our Student Services and Career Services departments, to academic information including course information, textbooks, and catalogs are all available here.
Military Benefits
Learn more about how South University proudly
offers educational opportunities for military members and veterans who have honorably served and their families.
What's New
Latest News and Blogs
Oct 15, 2021
Alumni Spotlight: Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Find out how 2018 grad Kylie Moore uses her degree working as a Director of Rehabilitation and Certified and Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant in a skilled nursing facility.
Jun 16, 2021
Join South University in Celebrating the Class of 2021
This Saturday, June 19, at 12:00 PM ET, South University celebrates the Class of 2021 and Class of 2020 with a live virtual graduation event! Join us as we celebrate this milestone in our graduates’ lives.
May 28, 2021
10 Tips to Help You Transition from the Military to College
South University is proud to support veterans in their pursuit of higher education! Follow these helpful tips to ease your the transition from military service to college today.
May 07, 2021
Thanking and Honoring Nurses in 2021
In recognition of National Nurses Week 2021, South University would like to thank our nursing faculty, students and alumni for their contributions to the field and to improving the lives of those in their communities!
May 05, 2021
What is CCNE Accreditation and Why It Matters for Nursing Students
Find out why the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation status should be top of mind when deciding where to pursue your nursing education!
Apr 14, 2021
10 Tips for Students Building a Professional Network
Follow these 10 tips to grow and maintain your professional network!
Outstanding Education for Remarkable Careers
We're committed to helping our graduates make an impact in their professional and personal lives. We applaud our alumni and the difference they make. Check out what some of our Richmond graduates have to say.
Institutional Accreditation
South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor, master, and doctorate degrees. South University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of South University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
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