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About CICV

The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia was founded in 1971 and currently operates as Virginia Private Colleges, a nonprofit 501(c)(6) organization representing 27 accredited nonprofit independent colleges and universities in Virginia.

CICV is the collective voice of Virginia private higher education.

Eastern Mennonite University

Eastern Mennonite University

Harrisonburg, VA

Washington and Lee University

Washington and Lee University

Virginia Wesleyan University

Virginia Wesleyan University

Emory & Henry College

Emory & Henry College

Liberty University

Liberty University

Marymount University

Marymount University

Hollins University

Hollins University

Roanoke College

Roanoke College

Shenandoah University

Shenandoah University

Hampden-Sydney College

Hampden-Sydney College

Hampden-Sydney, VA

Appalachian School of Law

Appalachian School of Law

Bluefield University

Bluefield University

Hampton University

Hampton University

Southern Virginia University

Southern Virginia University

Buena Vista, VA

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Appalachian College of Pharmacy

Appalachian College of Pharmacy

Randolph-Macon College

Randolph-Macon College

Mary Baldwin University

Mary Baldwin University

Randolph College

Randolph College

Averett University

Averett University

University of Lynchburg

University of Lynchburg

Sweet Briar College

Sweet Briar College

Sweet Briar, VA

George Washington University Virginia Science and Technology Campus

George Washington University Virginia Science and Technology Campus

University of Richmond

University of Richmond

Bridgewater College

Bridgewater College

Bridgewater, VA

Virginia Union University

Virginia Union University

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Eastern Mennonite University

Virginia Wesleyan University

Liberty University

Marymount University

Hollins University

Roanoke College

Appalachian School of Law

Hampton University

Southern Virginia University

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Appalachian College of Pharmacy

Randolph-Macon College

Mary Baldwin University

Randolph College

Averett University

University of Lynchburg

Sweet Briar College

George Washington University Virginia Science and Technology Campus

University of Richmond

Bridgewater College

Virginia Union University

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RTD Commentary – FASFA Changes are stressing students – Here’s How to Navigate

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RTD Commentary – FASFA Changes are stressing students – Here’s How to Navigate

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Navigating New FAFSA Changes: A Guide for College

Navigating New FAFSA Changes: A Guide for College Students
As Virginia's college-bound seniors decide where to spend their next four years, new changes to the FAFSA application process have introduced unexpected challenges and stress. But fear not! Virginia Private Colleges VP for enrollment management at Randoph-Macon College Brenda Poggendorf and Longwood's Jason Ferguson offer expert advice on handling these hurdles.
👉 Read their full commentary on how to navigate these changes and ensure you make the most informed decisions about your education and financial aid.
📚 Whether you're a first-time college student or preparing for another year, understanding these updates is crucial for accessing the financial support you need.
#FAFSA #CollegeAdmissions #StudentAid #EducationFinance #CollegePlanning

https://richmond.com/zzstyling/view-oped-sig/navigate-fafsa-delays-financial-aid-admissions/article_3ea341b0-fa7d-11ee-b911-6393742116da.html

If you are a parent of an aspiring college student

If you are a parent of an aspiring college student or student applying to college, please take advantage of this financial aid webinar! @schev_news

Learn more about enrollment at Virginia Private Co

Learn more about enrollment at Virginia Private Colleges, including the $5,000 Tuition Assistance Grant that Virginia's full-time students at nonprofit private colleges may access. Visit https://lnkd.in/efJt2zPN

Virginia Private Colleges appreciates Governor You

Virginia Private Colleges appreciates Governor Youngkin's and the General Assembly's actions, which display a mutual understanding of the importance of students and families in our nonprofit private college sector. Notably, a TAG increase to $5,125 in FY25 and $5,250 in FY26.

Virginia Private Colleges wishes to congratulate t

Virginia Private Colleges wishes to congratulate the new @schev_news State Council of Higher Education for Virginia agency director, A. Scott Fleming, on his appointment! Virginia's nonprofit private colleges also thank Interim Director Alan Edwards for his many contributions.

Virginia Private Colleges was pleased to attend a

Virginia Private Colleges was pleased to attend a special event where the Governor of Virginia signed legislation to strengthen the Commonwealth’s workforce. Following the bill signing ceremony, there was a job fair to highlight the leading industries of the region. Students, faculty and staff from the University of Lynchburg, Liberty University and our president represented the council. Pictured are UL President Alison Morrison-Shetlar, LU President Dondi Costin, former Delegate Kathy Byron, Delegate Wendell Walker, and Liberty’s Kenny Craig.

Find out how affordable a private college can be a

Find out how affordable a private college can be at https://vaalliance4privatecolleges.org

Virginia Private Colleges attended the Governor of

Virginia Private Colleges attended the Governor of Virginia ‘s special event where he revealed his administration’s recommendations as “Common Ground” amendments to House Bills 29 and 30, a.k.a. state budget bills which passed the General Assembly on March 9th. Legislators will reconvene on April 17th to act on the budget as well as gubernatorial bill amendments and vetoes.

Visit https://vaalliance4privatecolleges.org to le

Visit https://vaalliance4privatecolleges.org to learn more about Virginia Tuition Assistance Grants available through Virginia’s private colleges.

Virginia Private Colleges offers a $5,000 tuition

Virginia Private Colleges offers a $5,000 tuition assistance grant that can make all the difference in your future. It’s not a loan – it’s a free tuition benefit each year for in-state students who attend a nonprofit private accredited college in Virginia. With a Virginia private college degree, no ambition is out of reach.

Virginia Private Colleges is a proud member of the

Virginia Private Colleges is a proud member of the College Cost Savings, which comprises over 30 member organizations across 29 states, serving approximately 900 higher education institutions nationwide.
The Coalition (www.thecoalition.us) is dedicated to helping private higher education institutions improve processes and reduce costs through participation in collaborative programs. Our member colleges and universities can access The Coalition’s national contracts and services and achieve great savings. We are proud to report the FY 23 savings that this partnership has helped realize.

The 2024 Virginia General Assembly adjourned Sine

The 2024 Virginia General Assembly adjourned Sine Die this afternoon. Reconvene Session to act on Governor’s amendments and vetoes will be April 17th.

Thank you @glennyoungkin for signing these bills t

Thank you @glennyoungkin for signing these bills that recognize that Virginia private colleges are part of the whole higher educational ecosystem in the Commonwealth! #SCHEV

Virginia Private Colleges thanks Del. Betsy Carr f

Virginia Private Colleges thanks Del. Betsy Carr for her leadership in increasing the Tuition Assistance Grant. We ask House and Senate conferees, including Mamie Locke and Todd Pillion, to support student aid budget items: Increase TAG to $5,250 (Item 130,2h (Language), Item 130,3h) and remove an arbitrary barrier to TAG for Virginia female cadets at Mary Baldwin University (Item 132, 6hLanguage).

Virginia’s private colleges deliver for the Commonwealth. We enroll 150,000 students, employ 30,000 people, pay $2 billion in wages and benefits, generate $4.6 billion in economic output, and generate $157 million in state and local taxes. Supporting these budget amendments is a cost-effective action to support Virginia private college students.

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