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#4 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

Roanoke College

Salem, Virginia

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Overview

Enrollment

1,826
Roanoke College overview
Location Salem, Virginia
Online roanoke.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Midsize Suburban
Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Roanoke College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Roanoke College, established in 1842, is a private liberal arts institution located in Salem, Virginia, approximately 10 minutes from downtown Roanoke and nestled in the Roanoke Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The 80-acre suburban campus features a blend of historic red-brick Colonial Revival architecture and modern academic facilities, centered around a traditional quad. As a residential college, most students live in campus housing across 14 residence halls, fostering a close-knit undergraduate community. The college maintains a selective admission process and is known for its strong programs in business administration, psychology, and biology, while also offering specialized opportunities through the Center for Research on Teaching and Learning. Students compete in NCAA Division III athletics as the Maroons, with notable programs in basketball and soccer.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

7/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

9/10

Value

Roanoke College is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Challenging
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SAT 1070/1260
ACT 22/28
GPA 3.56

Applications Accepted

79.8% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $30

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$33,510
Costs for Roanoke College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$1,840
Room and Board $15,366
Budget for Other Expenses$2,250
Total One Year Cost$53,966

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

69% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Roanoke College students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 25%
Social Sciences 16%
Psychology 10%
History 9%
Visual and Performing Arts 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024