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  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

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.259 responses
54%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.259 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Mechanical Engineering
    362 Graduates
  • Biology
    296 Graduates
  • Finance
    274 Graduates
  • Food and Nutrition Studies
    252 Graduates
  • Human Development
    243 Graduates
  • Management Sciences and Information Systems
    239 Graduates
  • Psychology
    232 Graduates
  • Communications
    224 Graduates
  • Computer and Information Studies
    213 Graduates
  • Civil Engineering
    195 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 176 responses
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  • Very nice and friendly
    30%
  • Friendly and Spirited
    22%
  • Hokie Nation
    18%
  • Very spirited!
    15%
  • Hokie
    8%
  • Well mannered
    5%
  • Driven
    1%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
62%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.310 responses
Poll
70%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.363 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 182 responses
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  • Ut Prosim
    40%
  • That I may Serve
    16%
  • Hokies
    16%
  • Spirit
    10%
  • Home
    5%
  • 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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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!
Virginia Tech is a fantastic institution and highly ranked. It is known for engineering and agriculture, but has several other majors that are worth looking at. For example, not many people know that the Hospitality and Tourism Management major is highly ranked. The thing that I would most like to see change has to do with scholarships. There are not many merit based, and scholarships are not as frequently found for out of state students. This is still a wonderful university and it really does have some of the best food and school spirit out there. There are an abundance of opportunities if you are willing to go out and get them. Go Hokies!