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
47,208
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
27%
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
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
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.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. About 43% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,240 to 1,420. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 32.
SAT Scores
43% of students submitted400
1600
1240 – 1420
200
800
620 – 700
200
800
620 – 720
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
27 – 32
1
36
25 – 33
1
36
25 – 33
Admission Statistics
47,208 students applied to VT. Of those, 57% were accepted (26,923 students). Of these 26,923 accepted students, 7,196 chose to enroll.
47,208
Total Applicants
26,923
Students Admitted
7,196
Students Enrolled
57%
Acceptance Rate