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| Location | Blacksburg, Virginia |
| Online | vt.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Founded in 1872 as a land-grant institution, Virginia Tech (formally known as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) is a public research university situated in Blacksburg, Virginia. Set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the university boasts a sprawling 2,600-acre campus noted for its Hokie Stone architecture, a distinctive limestone rock native to the region and central to the visual identity of the campus. With a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, Virginia Tech is particularly recognized for its engineering, business, and agriculture sciences disciplines. The university's application process is moderately selective. Students have access to on-campus housing options, ranging from traditional residence halls to living-learning communities. Known as the Hokies, Virginia Tech's athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division I Atlantic Coast Conference, and the football program is notably prominent.
In the most recent statistical year 45,321 prospective students applied, and 25,825 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,166 enrolled in the school. 35,282 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,888 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $12,104 plus fees of $2,482. Virginia Tech is ranked 142 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Virginia Tech is rated within the top 25% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Virginia Tech within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#142 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#30 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#404 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1240/1430 |
| ACT | 27/32 |
| GPA | 3.97 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $2,482 |
| Room and Board | $12,680 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,908 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,274 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $2,482 |
| Room and Board | $12,680 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,908 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,924 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Engineering | 19% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Work and Family Studies | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=233921 IPEDS survey data for Virginia Tech.
Current students may use the Virginia Tech GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024