How to Reserve a Space
- Submit a facility request through at least 45 days before your event date.
- A $25, non-refundable application fee is due with your request.
- CPHI reviews and approves or denies applications within 30 days of your event date.
- Once approved, you’ll receive a written estimate of expenses.
- A deposit (50% of total charges or $100, whichever is greater) is due within 7 days of approval.
- The remaining balance and Certificate of Insurance are due 7 business days before your event.
Rooms & Spaces AvailablE
| VBHEC Atrium |
Capacity (by setup): Standing: 300; Seated w/ tables: 140; Seated chairs only: 300
Best suited for: Large receptions, expos, large-scale gatherings
Notable features: Open, flexible space |
| VBHEC Outside Grounds |
Capacity (by setup): Dependent on setup
Best suited for: Outdoor events, larger gatherings
Notable features: Open-air space |
| MPR 121 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium: 30; Banquet: 36; Classroom: 15; U-Shape: 16; Square: 20; Conference: 20
Best suited for: Large receptions, expos, large-scale gatherings
Notable features: Two-way A/V technology (supports simultaneous in-person and remote engagement) |
| MPR 122 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium: 20; Banquet: 16; Classroom: 16; U-Shape: 15
Best suited for: Small meetings, trainings
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
| MPR 124 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium: 28; Banquet: 24; Classroom: 15; U-Shape: 12; Square: 12; Conference: 12
Best suited for: Small meetings, trainings
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
| MPR 131 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium/Banquet: 60; Classroom: 23; U-Shape: 31; Square/Conference: 32
Best suited for: Mid-size meetings, trainings, workshop
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
| MPR 133 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium/Banquet; 60: Classroom; 23: U-Shape: 31; Square/Conference: 32
Best suited for: Mid-size meetings, trainings, workshops
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
| MPR 255 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium/Banquet: 56; Classroom: 21; U-Shape: 29; Square/Conference: 32
Best suited for: Mid-size meetings, trainings, workshops
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
| MPR 257 |
Capacity (by setup): Auditorium/Banquet: 36; Classroom: 17; U-Shape: 19; Square: 20: Conference: 36
Best suited for: Mid-size meetings, trainings, workshops
Notable features: Two-way A/V technology |
| Lecture Room 224 |
Capacity (by setup): Classroom: 50
Best suited for: Trainings, larger classroom-style sessions
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
| Lecture Room 244B |
Capacity (by setup): Classroom: 50
Best suited for: Trainings
Notable features: Full A/V suite |
What's Included
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the facility
- Full A/V technology in each Multi-Purpose Room (see above)
- Designated ADA parking; permitted lots patrolled by ODU Parking Services
- Freedom to bring your own outside caterer for VBHEC events (organizer coordinates drop-off/pickup)
- Optional add-on services: A/V operator, Bluetooth speaker with microphone, streaming, tele-conference services
Room Reservations
To ask about reserving space in the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center, please send an email to vbhec@nsu.edu.
Parking
Parking at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center requires a permit from 7 AM to 10 PM, Monday through Friday. Parking is enforced utilizing License Plate Recognition (LPR) and a virtual permit system where your license plate is your permit. A valid NSU or ODU university parking permit, hourly parking payment, or MobilePay payment is required, to avoid a Parking citation.