Admissions Overview
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.
Selectivity
57%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
45,321
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
28%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University has a 57% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$60
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
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Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. About 39% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,240 to 1,430. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 32.
SAT Scores
39% of students submitted400
1600
1240 – 1430
200
800
620 – 700
200
800
620 – 730
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
27 – 32
1
36
26 – 34
1
36
26 – 31
Admission Statistics
45,321 students applied to VT. Of those, 57% were accepted (25,825 students). Of these 25,825 accepted students, 7,166 chose to enroll.
45,321
Total Applicants
25,825
Students Admitted
7,166
Students Enrolled
57%
Acceptance Rate