A private nonprofit, co-ed, four-year liberal arts college in Danville, Va., that offers bachelor's and master's programs for students of all ages. A private nonprofit, co-educational, four-year liberal arts university in Danville, Virginia. Averett University prepares students to serve and lead as catalysts for positive change. Averett fulfills this mission by educating students from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and nations through liberal arts-based undergraduate and graduate programs in a personal, collegial, interdisciplinary environment.