Welcome

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Campus Living

Our campus pulses with energy and excitement. You’re just a walking distance from class, clubs and student activities.
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Hands on Learning

Gain real-world experience on and off-campus, in competitions, in other countries, through internships.
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Learning from the Best

Our faculty is known for being highly experienced in the fields they teach, providing students with an immersive, collaborative, and inspiring environment.

we believe in you, and know you're capable of great things.

BLAZE

YOUR

TRAIL

VU is a small university which allows your instructors to give you individualized support. You will be known by your name and connected with resources to meet your goals. Here you will be respected, listened to, and cared about.
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Home of the trailblazers

Our story

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A DEGREE ABOVE THE REST

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living and learning

campus life

KNOWN FOR BEING FIRST

Founded in 1801 VU is Indiana’s first college making your degree widely recognized by top employers! Vincennes is a vibrant city rich with culture and history. Here you will find many unique local happenings such as the George Rogers Clark National Historic park, Fort Knox II, and the mansion of VU founder and US President William Henry Harrison.

A DEGREE ABOVE THE REST

Those with a college degree tend to earn more, a lot more. With a bachelor’s degree you may earn approximately $1 million more than someone with a high school diploma. College is a pathway to a great career, it's also where you’ll build a professional network, find a community filled with new people, and have new exciting experiences. Here you’ll make life-long friends, learn about yourself and about the world around you.

CAMPUS LIFE

On and off campus Trailblazers have access to a multitude of extracurricular activities such as music festivals, the arts, and action-packed athletic events! Vincennes is a historic city that is rich and vibrant with culture. You will enjoy local theatre, festivals, historic landmarks and plenty of unique eats.

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SCHOLARSHIPS & SAVINGS

We believe quality education should be affordable and attainable to all. That's why VU keeps tuition low, in fact we have the lowest tuition of any residential University in the State of Indiana. We also offer a plethora of scholarships that can help you pay for college tuition and living expenses.

VU offers instate tuition for Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio.

News and Events

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01/27/2025

Holocaust traveling exhibit coming to VU Shake Library in March

The Vincennes University Shake Library is gearing up to host the traveling exhibit "Americans and the Holocaust," accompanied by engaging events exploring this tragic historical period. Additionally, the library will showcase heartfelt butterfly...
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Male and female college students of color hold candles while listening to remarks during the VU MLK Memorial Walk.

01/23/2025

Propelling Martin Luther King's dream forward through hope and community at VU

Illuminated by candlelight and filled with hope, Vincennes University students and the VU Community united to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Together, they carried forward his vision of justice - one step at a time. They paid tribute to the civil rights...
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01/10/2025

VU to host a Bilingual Spring Admissions and Financial Aid Night on Jan. 29

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Snow falls in the forefront with Clark Hall and multiple people in the background.

01/02/2025

Preparing for Winter Weather: What to Know

It’s that time of year, and we would like to remind you of Vincennes University’s weather-related procedures. VU closely monitors forecasts and conditions.
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Female students wearing hard hats and scrubs while holding shovels inside boxes filled with dirt that have Vincennes University printed on them.

12/19/2024

Top 10 VU Stories of 2024

Reflecting on the 2024 stories from VU News fills us with pride for our extraordinary milestones, innovative achievements, and the collective successes we've celebrated together!
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University Events

meet our students

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JABARI HUNTER

VU opened up possibilities for things I didn't even know about when I first started playing the piano. Joining the Blues Ensemble and Christian Campus Fellowship at VU allowed me to show the world who I am.

PERLA MALDONADO

My experience has been incredible. I have a good teacher. She is a very kind, understanding, and friendly person. My colleagues are very generous. I have met more students who have helped me practice my English.

MY VŨ

Studying at VU has helped me prepare and cultivate my confidence, essential skills, and knowledge, and now I am ready for my new journey at Arizona State University this coming fall.

FATIMA AYALA

I chose Vincennes University because I grew up in the town, and I wanted to stay close to home, plus it was affordable, which is the best.

MARLEY ELDER

I had a choice to go straight into the workforce or transfer to another school, but I stayed because I like the teachers. I feel like I’m learning a lot compared to other schools. The community is great. I’ve made lots of friends here. It’s just a nice, quiet, friendly community.

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Ready to begin?

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THE LIFEBLOOD OF OUR INSTITUTION IS OUR STUDENTS

Whether you are a gamer, foodie, performer, activist, artist or athlete you will have plenty to do! Each semester is packed with performances and time-honored activities like paddling the Wabash.