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Enrollment Deposit

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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University requires a deposit of $400 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

77.90%

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is in the top 77.90% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

73.00%

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is in the top 73.00% of colleges in the state of Virginia for deposit cost. 9.30% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

89.90%

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is in the top 89.90% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University educates a diverse community of 38,170 students, with 30,434 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 7,736 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

38,170


Total Undergraduates

30,434

Total Graduates

7,736


Full-Time vs Part-Time

92% Full-Time

8% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University has a 57% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1330 and the average ACT score is 29.


Acceptance Rate

57%


Application Fee

$60

How Do I Apply to Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University?

You can apply to Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University by going to the official application page and paying the $60 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

39%

Total Score

400

1600

12401430

Reading and Writing

200

800

620700

Math

200

800

620730

ACT

Students submitting ACT

7%

Composite Score

0

36

2732

English

0

36

2634

Math

0

36

2631

Location

Located in Blacksburg, VA, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Blacksburg


County

Montgomery County


State

Virginia


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

About

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $19,301 with 50% of students receiving financial assistance including 16% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$19,301


Received Aid

50%


Pell Recipients

16%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $15,478

Out-of-State: $36,694

Demographics

The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 64% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
17,378 (57%)
Women
13,056 (43%)
Other
64 (0%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
149 (0%)
18-19
12,380 (41%)
20-21
13,649 (45%)
22-24
3,789 (12%)
Over 25
467 (2%)

Outcomes

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 86% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

86%

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