Welcome to the Vincennes University Jasper (VUJ) campus!
In 1958, a concerted group of citizens recognized the need for higher education and
training in Dubois County and throughout the region. They formed the Committee on
Higher Education and Related Events (COHERE). The vision of COHERE convinced Vincennes
University in the Fall of 1970 to open a Center in Jasper, Indiana. Twenty full-time
students enrolled that first semester in classes held in various buildings around
the Jasper square. Four years later VUJ opened its campus with one building (current
administration building) at 850 College Avenue.
Today, the VUJ campus sits on approximately 140-acres of rolling hills, grasslands,
and forestry. The campus includes five buildings: Jasper Campus Classroom Building,
Habig Library/ Learning Center, Administration Building, Ruxer Student Center, the
Center for Technology, Innovation, and Manufacturing, and is also home to the Jasper Arts Center. We currently serve approximately 500 students in over 25 programs of study.
We believe that Vincennes University Jasper is the perfect fit for you to achieve
lifelong success through our hands-on approach. You won't find an auditorium or forum
classroom on-campus. All of our classes are in a traditional classroom space giving
you the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion. With all the help and
resources available to you--it's hard NOT to be successful at VUJ!
VUJ has done our part to make sure that our nursing programs, technology programs,
and all our occupational program options are aligned with industry needs to ensure
you are set-up for success after completing your degree. Local employers serve on
VUJ advisory boards providing feedback and direction making sure that our courses
are current and relevant. For those looking to transfer to another school, you can
have the peace-of-mind that as a state of Indiana supported institution, our courses
are designed to ensure transferability and to provide you a smooth transition toward
your next steps. Getting your start at VUJ is not only a benefit to you academically,
but it will also save you considerable money as one of the most affordable college
options in Indiana!
There are so many benefits and great things about attending VUJ--but we think the
best thing about this campus is YOU! Our students make us who we are, and we hope
you will choose to join the VUJ family. Congratulations on making the decision to
pursue higher education. The degrees, certificates, and credentials you earn will
be something that goes with you for the rest of your life, opening doors and creating
opportunities for you in a scalable and cumulative way.
Please let me know how I can help you achieve your goals--All the best,
Stephanie Stemle
P.S.
Your next step to get started at Vincennes University Jasper is to apply for admission. You can also find a ton of resources on our website about how to pay for college.
We have an incredible network of alumni who are cheering for you and donating their
money to help make completing your degree easier. Find out more about Scholarships and Financial Aid.