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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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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
Apr 09, 2024
Savannah Scrubs Camp 2024
Discover what took place during the 2024 Scrubs Camp at the Savannah campus of South University.
Feb 14, 2024
Alumni Spotlight: Triplet Sisters Become a Trio of Nurses
Sisters Jean, Jeanet, and Jeanice Stephenson share a unique bond not only by being triplets, but also graduating South University's BSN program.
Feb 07, 2024
Alumni Spotlight: BSN Grad Excited for Her New Career
Nicole first learned about South University by word of mouth and later found the nursing program right for her. Read more about her story.
Nov 07, 2024
Alumni Spotlight: Setting the Standard for Aspiring PAs
Learn how Helen Ramirez found her passion for healthcare and how she became a Physician Assistant.
Nov 06, 2024
A Day in the Life of an Ambulatory Pharmacist
Journey through a day in the life of an Ambulatory Pharmacist and how they help their patients.
Oct 30, 2024
Alumni Spotlight: Helping Patients Through Surgery
Discover how Carrie Montgomery became an anesthesiologist assistant and how South University prepared her.
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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Campuses offer flexible learning formats* including: on-campus, virtual instructions, and online courses.
*Clinical, practicum, and externship requirements exist in certain programs and require field experiences. Learning formats may not be flexible.
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