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

A graphic of 4 female and 1 male Peer Recognition Award Winners with a headshot of each and the name of their department/division underneath their image.

10/04/2024

VU Faculty and Staff honored with Peer Recognition Awards

Vincennes University faculty and staff play the prime role in helping the University achieve its mission, goals, and vision. Five VU faculty and staff have been honored with Peer Recognition Awards for their extraordinary achievements, leadership,...
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On stage at the RSPAC, Jaci Lederman stands at a podium holding a microphone while four females sit at a table with microphones in front of them.

09/25/2024

VU hosts Women IN Tech Symposium and Showcase

The Vincennes University Information Technology Department hosted a Women IN Tech Symposium and Showcase on Wednesday, Sept. 18, as part of the state of Indiana’s Women IN Tech Week, celebrated from September 15-22, 2024. This dedicated week highlighted...
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IEDC Chief Strategy Officer Ann Lathrop, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg and Board Member Linda Wright sitting at a conference table with microphones in front of them and large screen behind them with an IEDC graphic.

09/24/2024

VU hosts Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb and Indiana Economic Development Corporation

Vincennes University was proud to welcome Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg, and key corporate leaders for the quarterly board meeting of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) on the Vincennes...
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Boys and girls standing on a grassy hill, holding nets to catch butterflies

09/23/2024

VU hosts Monarch Madness, engages citizen scientists in butterfly research

Vincennes University hosted citizen scientists of all ages at the 6th annual Monarch Madness event on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Fox Ridge Nature Park. This popular, family-friendly event drew almost 150 participants eager to catch and tag monarch butterflies,...
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09/23/2024

VU hosts Knox County Suicide Prevention Walk amid rising concerns over mental health crisis

As communities nationwide grapple with growing mental health concerns, Vincennes University, in partnership with the Family Health Center, Children and Family Services, Mental Health America of Knox County and the Knox County Health Department continues...
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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.