Virginia Tech Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 54.78%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1360. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $15,948
- Out-of-State Tuition: $37,764
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Virginia Tech:
- Total Enrollment: 38,857, including 1,577 online students
- 31,035 Undergraduate, 7,822 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 56.4% men, 43.6% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 86%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 93%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 287 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 21 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 129 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Virginia Tech Overview
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) is a four-year, public school located in Blacksburg, VA. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is a Senior Military College that also enrolls civilian students. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Virginia Tech's tuition & fees is $15,948 for Virginia residents and $37,764 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 52% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,993.
The school has a total enrollment of 38,857 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Virginia Tech's acceptance rate is 54.78% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 25.35%. The median SAT score is 1360 and the ACT score is 30.
Virginia Tech ranked 66th in National Universities and 4th in Virginia Colleges rankings. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is $15,948 for in-state students and $37,764 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $18,564 for in-state students and $35,092 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,432 for Virginia residents and $38,865 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,132 for Virginia residents and $36,129 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,948 | $37,764 |
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| Graduate | $18,564 | $35,092 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $16,432 | $38,865 |
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| Graduate | $19,132 | $36,129 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Virginia Tech
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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