The Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix is integral to the University of the Virgin Islands, a distinguished historically black land-grant university founded in 1962. This campus, sharing the same founding year as its parent institution, extends the University of the Virgin Islands' mission of providing quality higher education to the Caribbean region, particularly to students of African descent. 

The Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix upholds offers a comprehensive range of academic programs, including Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees and Post-master's certificates. The campus is particularly noted for its programs in Business, Nursing, Accounting, Police and Criminal Science, Biology, Psychology, and Elementary Education, reflecting a commitment to providing education that is both comprehensive and relevant to the needs of its students and the wider community.

In athletics, the campus participates under the University of the Virgin Islands' banner as The Buccaneers in the NAIA, competing in the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC). The campus, set in a charming town environment, provides campus housing, fostering a supportive and engaging community for its students. The Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix continues to play a vital role in the educational and professional development of its students, contributing significantly to the legacy and impact of the University of the Virgin Islands in the region.