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What are your chances at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University?

Blacksburg, VA · Public · 30,923 students

55%admitted
54.8% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 55 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1280–1450
400
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What Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$24,953
per year, after grants · sticker $36,951
Median earnings
$81,698
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
86.2%
finish within six years
Median debt
$21,500
at graduation · about $228/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$11,689
$30,000 – $48,000$11,670
$48,000 – $75,000$17,894
$75,000 – $110,000$25,835
Over $110,000$34,201

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University accepts about 54.8% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1280 and 1450 on the SAT, or 28–32 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.