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A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A
  2. Value
    A+
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    A+
  5. Athletics
    A+
  6. Party Scene
    A
  7. Professors
    A+
  8. Location
    A
  9. Dorms
    B+
  10. Campus Food
    A+
  11. Student Life
    A+
  12. Safety
    B+
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Virginia Tech is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Address
210 Burruss Hall, 800 Drillfield Dr.
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Website
vt.edu
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Virginia Tech Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
71%
Application Deadline
January 15
SAT Range
1100-1320
ACT Range
—
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
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Cost

Net Price
$17,190/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $11,998/ year
  • $30-48k
    $14,022/ year
  • $49-75k
    $17,684/ year
  • $76-110k
    $21,740/ year
  • $110k+
    $23,948/ year
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Academics

Professors
A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
83%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.250 responses
68%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.265 responses
53%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.265 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Mechanical Engineering
    416 Graduates
  • Management Sciences and Information Systems
    337 Graduates
  • Finance
    280 Graduates
  • Food and Nutrition Studies
    276 Graduates
  • Biology
    256 Graduates
  • Computer and Information Studies
    200 Graduates
  • Civil Engineering
    199 Graduates
  • Psychology
    199 Graduates
  • Communications
    184 Graduates
  • Accounting
    179 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
25,213Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
14%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 182 responses
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  • Very nice and friendly
    30%
  • Friendly and Spirited
    23%
  • Hokie Nation
    18%
  • Very spirited!
    15%
  • Hokie
    8%
  • Well mannered
    4%
  • Driven
    1%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
—
Poll
62%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.316 responses
Poll
70%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.369 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 188 responses
Report
  • Ut Prosim
    41%
  • That I may Serve
    16%
  • Hokies
    15%
  • Spirit
    10%
  • Home
    6%
  • Family
    5%
  • Community
    4%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$60,500/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
84%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%
90%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.176 responses
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Virginia Tech is an ideal institution for new opportunities and growth. There is such a huge amount of school spirit and pride for being a Hokie with the students, which I have never genuinely heard or seen from other institutions! Campus/student life is notably wonderful, and the majority of the students are incredibly lively and welcoming. There are so many different people on campus, and they all have their own amazing passions. The institution provides exposure to many experiences to explore like clubs, GobblerFest, athletics and football games, dorm activities, parties, hiking trails, and even checking out scenic spots on campus and throughout the town. From what I've already experienced through campus visits as a prospective Freshman for Fall 2018, I'm so stoked to fully experience and indulge in everything about my new second home!
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I love Virginia Tech! The academics are rigorous but not life consuming, I found a good balance and was able to maintain my grades while also enjoying a social life. I knew I had to attend the moment I stepped on campus. It's been the best decision I ever could have made. My professors have been extremely knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects, and made every effort to get to know their students. My advisor could not be more helpful. Another nice thing about Tech is that it feels like a small school. The different colleges allow for more individualized attention for the students, while the big campus provides benefits a smaller school couldn't. When I'm having a bad day, all I need to do is look around me and I instantly feel better. We have 9 dining halls, and all of them are great. There's options upon options and everyone I know always manages to find something they haven't tried before. And that's just what's on campus. No matter who you are I'm sure you'll love Tech!
Virginia Tech has been an overall good experience for me. The professors care about your education, and really put forth strong effort to better the learning environment for students. Tech is also a very diverse campus, with students from all around the world! I have always favored that aspect of Tech especially, since I love meeting new people with different experiences that they can share with me. Attending Virginia Tech has exposed me to lots of new situations and experiences, that I feel I couldn't get at any other school. All in all Tech is a great place to learn and grow!