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South University-Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, Virginia · Private for-profit university
Address: 301 Bendix Rd, Ste 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 · Phone: (757) 493-6900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Apr 2026 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Aug 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
South University-Virginia Beach is a private for-profit trade school in Virginia Beach, VA offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Median graduate debt is $26,123 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,421, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate comparison to the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for South University-Virginia Beach; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and 52.8% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,090 | $44,740 | $46,570 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $39,095 | $43,489 | $23,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | $39,095 | $43,489 | $23,000 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
South University-Virginia Beach is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Virginia Beach, VA. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's primary trade offering is medical assistant programs, with 5 completers reported in the medical-assistant-programs family out of an undergraduate enrollment of 240.
Federal data shows some but not all outcome figures for this campus. The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is 57.1%. Median debt among graduates is $26,123, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,421. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 52.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially needy students.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused medical assistant training rather than a multi-year associate or bachelor's degree program, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers should independently verify accreditation status through SACS and review current outcome data via the College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures such as completion rate comparison and cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contacting the school directly can clarify current tuition, schedules, and program length details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South University-Virginia Beach offers medical assistant programs, its top reported program family with 5 completers. The school lists 2 total programs in this category.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with accreditation status listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 52.8% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of this campus is $26,123, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for students from this campus are $34,421, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (757) 493-6900 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different cost structures and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should review Scorecard data carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459268.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on medical assistant programs may suit career changers seeking a shorter, focused credential, though specific program length and scheduling details are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for information on any credentialing exams tied to its medical assistant programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South University-Virginia Beach at (757) 493-6900 or through its website at https://www.southuniversity.edu/virginia-beach#location=Virginia Beach, VA.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparison data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.