Virginia Tech: Admissions 2024, Ranking, Tuition Fees & Acceptance Rate

Q: What are Virginia Tech most popular majors?

Virginia Tech or Virginia Polytechnic Institute is a popular public research university in the USA. At VT, students get over 280 undergraduate and graduate degree programs to over 37,000 students. The most popular majors at the university are listed below: · Engineering · Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services · Social Sciences · Biological and Biomedical Sciences · Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services · Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs · Rankings Note: All the above majors are taken from an unofficial source (US news). Hence, it may vary.

Q: How to get admission at Virginia Tech?

International students can apply for Virginia Tech admission through Common App. For entering in 2024, the Virginia Tech deadline is August 1. Check the below steps to apply for admission at Virginia Tech: · Step 1: Complete and submit your application on Common App · Step 2: Submit your academic materials · Step 3: Check your email for other action items while you wait for your decision Look at the Requirements to Study in USA for International Students

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Virginia Tech is a public land-grant research university, located in Blacksburg, Virginia. It was formally known as Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. In Fall 2022, more than 37,000 enrolled on and off campus out of which over 4,000 are international students.

Virginia Tech offers more than 110 undergraduate programs and over 120 graduate and doctoral degree programs. As per U.S. News and World University Rankings 2023, some of the most popular programs at Virginia Tech are Engineering; Business, Management and Marketing; Social Sciences; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Computer and Information Sciences; Agricultural / Animal / Plant / Veterinary Science/ Communication

The tuition fee for an MS course at Virginia Tech costs in the range of INR 14.03 L – 42.48 L per year. The cost of living for first-year students at Virginia Tech will be around $20,000 per year including accommodation, books and supplies, personal, transportation and food.

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Virginia Tech Overview

Table of content

Virginia Tech Highlights 2024
Virginia Tech Popular Programmes 2023
Virginia Tech Entry Criteria
Virginia Tech Fees & Eligibility 2023
Virginia Tech Scholarships 2023
Virginia Tech Admission Dates 2023
Virginia Tech Student Reviews
Virginia Tech Placements
Virginia Tech Accommodation & Meals
Virginia Tech Rankings 2024
Virginia Tech Studying in USA
Virginia Tech FAQs

Virginia Tech
Highlights 2024

Year of establishment	1872
Website	Go to Website
Accepted Exams	IELTS TOEFL
Size of Campus in acres	2600
Male/Female Ratio	1.32
UG/PG Course Ratio	1.54
Faculty/Student Ratio	14
Endowments Value	US Dollar 1 billion
No.of Campuses	1
Accommodation expenses	8624 USD
International Students Website	Go to Website

Virginia Tech Popular Programmes 2023

Virginia Tech offers more than 110 undergraduate programs and over 120 graduate and doctoral degree programs. As per U.S. News and World University Rankings 2023, some of the most popular programs at Virginia Tech are Engineering; Business, Management and Marketing; Social Sciences; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Computer and Information Sciences; Agricultural / Animal / Plant / Veterinary Science/ Communication and Journalism.

MS

44 Courses

4.71 year - 2 years

A Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹14.1 L - 42.8 L

Intake Session

Jan' 24

MEng

12 Courses12 months - 2 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹21 L - 25.6 L

Intake Session

– / –

B.E. / B.Tech

23 Courses4 years

C++ Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹23.3 L - 27.3 L

Intake Session

– / –

B.Sc.

36 Courses4 years

Exams Accepted

IELTS

1st year Tution Fees

₹25.6 L - 26.9 L

Intake Session

– / –

MIM

3 Courses12 months - 2 years

C+ Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹19.4 L - 23.6 L

Intake Session

– / –

Commonly asked questions

On Popular Programs

Q: What are Virginia Tech most popular majors?

Virginia Tech or Virginia Polytechnic Institute is a popular public research university in the USA. At VT, students get over 280 undergraduate and graduate degree programs to over 37,000 students. The most popular majors at the university are listed below:

· Engineering

· Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

· Social Sciences

· Biological and Biomedical Sciences

· Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

· Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

· Rankings

Note: All the above majors are taken from an unofficial source (US news). Hence, it may vary.

Q: What is Virginia Tech best for?

Virginia Tech offers 280 undergraduate and graduate degree programs to students. Many of the Virginia Tech courses are ranked among the top 100 programs in the world. As per the US News and World Report’s best global subjects ranking 2023, the university ranks 34th in the world. Check the list below for more of Virginia’s best courses:

Virginia Courses	Ranking by US News 2023
Ag & Forestry (QS)	101-150
Biological and Agriculture Engineering (USNWR-Grad)	12
Architecture (QS)	51-100
MIT Veteran (USNWR)	1
Accounting (USNWR-UG)	60
Business (USNWR-UG)	39
Computer Science (USNWR-UG)	29
Civil Engineering (USNWR-Grad)	7
Civil Engineering (USNWR-UG)	11
Veterinary Medicine (USNWR-Grad)	19

Note:

· (USNWR-Grad) = US News and World Report Best Graduate Programs

· (USNWR-BG) = US News and World Report Best Global Subjects

· (USNWR-UG) = US News and World Report Best Undergraduate Programs

· (QS) = QS World University Subject Ranking

Q: What to study at Virginia Tech?

International students can study over 120 undergraduate and around 100 graduate programs at Virginia Tech. Check the below table for all the popular majors to study at the university:

Virginia UG Majors	Virginia PG Majors
Arts, Design, & Performance	Master of Science in Computer Science
Business & Administration	Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Computing & Mathematics	MEng in Mechanical Engineering
Engineering & Technology	Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Health & Wellness	Executive MBA
Law & Justice	MEM

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Virginia Tech
Entry Criteria

Courses	Exams
MS(44 Courses)	TOEFL: 80.0-105.0 IELTS: 6.5-7.5 GRE: Accepted
MEng(12 Courses)	TOEFL: 80.0-105.0 IELTS: 6.5-7.5
B.E. / B.Tech(23 Courses)	IELTS: 6.5 & Above SAT: Accepted TOEFL: 80.0 & Above
B.Sc.(36 Courses)	IELTS: 6.5 & Above
MIM(3 Courses)	TOEFL: 80.0-105.0 GMAT: 520.0-550.0 IELTS: 6.5 & Above
B.A.(31 Courses)	IELTS: 6.5 & Above SAT: Accepted TOEFL: 80.0 & Above
BBA(12 Courses)	IELTS: 6.5 & Above SAT: Accepted TOEFL: 80.0 & Above
M.A.(12 Courses)	TOEFL: 80.0-105.0 IELTS: 6.5 & Above
B.J.M.C.(5 Courses)	IELTS: 6.5 & Above
M.Arch(3 Courses)	TOEFL: 90.0-100.0 IELTS: 7.0 & Above

Virginia Tech Fees & Eligibility 2023

Virginia Tech Minimum Eligibility for International Students

International students who wish to study at Virginia Tech can choose from more than 200 academic programs. International students are required to meet both course-specific and general admission requirements to get into the university. Application checklist for international students:

Application form
SAT/ACT
Interview (optional)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE
Diploma / Certificate of secondary school or high school
Transcript / Statement of Marks

Virginia Tech Minimum Eligibility for International Students

Application form
SAT/ACT
Interview (optional)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE
Diploma / Certificate of secondary school or high school
Transcript / Statement of Marks

English Language Requirements

Most of the projects at Virginia Tech are presented in English language and global understudies whose first language isn't English are expected to exhibit their capability in the English language by submitting either IELTS, TOEFL or PTE scores. The base English language prerequisites for global understudies are:

Exam	Score
IELTS	Overall 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in each subsection
TOEFL	Overall 80 with no section less than 16
DET	Overall 105 or higher

Courses	Duration	1st Year Tuition Fees
MS(44 courses)	1 year-2 years	INR 14.1 L - 42.8 L
MEng(12 courses)	12 months-2 years	INR 21 L - 25.6 L
B.E. / B.Tech(23 courses)	4 years	INR 23.3 L - 27.3 L
B.Sc.(36 courses)	4 years	INR 25.6 L - 26.9 L
MIM(3 courses)	12 months-2 years	INR 19.4 L - 23.6 L
B.A.(31 courses)	4 years	INR 22.7 L - 26.9 L
BBA(12 courses)	4 years	INR 23.3 L - 35.1 L
M.A.(12 courses)	18 months-2 years	INR 19.7 L - 39.3 L
B.J.M.C.(5 courses)	4 years	INR 25.6 L
M.Arch(3 courses)	2-3 years	INR 32.8 L - 38 L

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Commonly asked questions

On Fees and Eligibility

Q: What are the admission requirements for Virginia Tech for international students?

Application form
SAT/ACT
Interview (optional)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE
Diploma / Certificate of secondary school or high school
Transcript / Statement of Marks

Q: Is there an English language requirement at Virginia Tech for international students?

The majority of the programs at Virginia Tech are offered in English language and international students whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language by submitting either IELTS, TOEFL or PTE scores. The minimum English language requirements for international students are:

Exam	Score
IELTS	Overall 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in each subsection
TOEFL	Overall 80 with no section less than 16
DET	Overall 105 or higher

Q: How much does it cost to study at Virginia Tech for international students?

Virginia Tech offers more than 110 undergraduate programs and over 120 graduate and doctoral degree programs. The tuition fees for international students will depend on the type of course and the level of study. We have provided an estimated tuition fee for Indian students. The tuition fee for some popular courses is:

Course	1^st Year Tuition Fees
MS	INR 14.03 L – 42.48 L
BE / BTech	INR 23.17 L – 27.13 L
BS	INR 25.48 L – 26.72 L
MEng	INR 20.85 L – 25.48 L

The tuition fee mentioned above is just an estimated tuition and it should to be taken as a rough guide, not a definitive measure and it is subject to vary.

Virginia Tech Scholarships 2023

Virginia Tech does not provide any scholarships to international students. The scholarships are only available through FAFSA. However, there are many sources available for external funding. There are many organizations and external funding agencies that offer a number of scholarships to international students.

Also Read: USA Scholarships for Indian Students

Commonly asked questions

On Scholarships

Q: Does Virginia Tech offer scholarships?

International students are automatically eligible for Virginia Tech scholarships after:

· Submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

· Completing the General Scholarships Application in Scholarship Central

All students eligible for Financial Aid are determined according to information collected from the FAFSA.

Note: Students can also apply for the scholarships offered by communities, states, or nationwide.

Also check, the list of popular Scholarships to Study in USA for International Students 2023-2024

Q: How to apply for Virginia Tech scholarships?

To apply for Virginia Tech scholarships, students need to file Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. Students need to submit their FAFSA and General Scholarship Application before the deadline. Check below the important scholarships dates to apply for scholarships:

· October 1 - The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens.

· January 22 - deadline to complete the FAFSA and General Scholarship Application for maximum scholarship and financial aid consideration

· March 1 - priority deadline for Virginia State Financial Aid Programs and institutional aid

· Early March - Regular Decision admissions notifications sent including financial aid/ scholarship notifications

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Virginia Tech Admission Dates 2023

International students taking admission to Virginia Tech need to first choose the decision intake. Virginia Tech takes admissions in three modes; Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Decision (Fall).

Deadlines for 2022/23 for Domestic and International Students

Applying For	Application Deadline
Early Decision	Nov 1
Early Action	Dec 1
Regular Decision	Jan 15

Application fees :USD 75
Type of deadline :Regular

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Needed for few courses
LOR	Needed for all courses
Essays	Not required
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

Important dates

Intake season	Deadline
Fall	16ᵗʰ Jan 2023
Spring	1ˢᵗ Sep 2023

Commonly asked questions

On Admissions

Q: What is the application deadline for Virginia Tech for international students?

International students taking admission to Virginia Tech need to first choose the decision intake. The university takes admissions in three modes; Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision (Fall).

Deadlines for 2022/23 for Domestic and International Students

Applying For	Application Deadline
Early Decision	Nov 1
Early Action	Dec 1
Regular Decision	Jan 15

Q: How to get admission at Virginia Tech?

International students can apply for Virginia Tech admission through Common App. For entering in 2024, the Virginia Tech deadline is August 1. Check the below steps to apply for admission at Virginia Tech:

· Step 1: Complete and submit your application on Common App

· Step 2: Submit your academic materials

· Step 3: Check your email for other action items while you wait for your decision

Look at the Requirements to Study in USA for International Students

Q: What are the entry requirements for students at Virginia Tech?

For the Fall 2022, the university received over 45,000 applications and 6,800 vacant places in the class. To get into the university, the students need to complete:

· Submit academic transcript for review

· Submit standardized test score of ACT or SAT

· English Proficiency Language test score of IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE

· Letter of Recommendation

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Virginia Tech
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Student Views

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships4

Part time work5

Post study jobs5

Quality of faculty5

Student Life5

Value for money4

Public transportation5

Safety5

Indian Food5

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Tips: VT campus in Blacksburg is academically oriented with excellent curriculum. Students aiming to study and focus on their master's degree might find this place perfectly suitable. I can’t think of any disadvantages of the campus unless you want a city life. Also, it would be great if students can apply before deadlines and acquire some assistantship since there are ample opportunities.

Likes (Student Life): Blacksburg is absolutely beautiful, on top of that the campus is gorgeous surrounded with college buildings, it’s a scenic park everywhere. Students can always choose flexible courses and manage studies with part time and outings on weekends if they are good at time management.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Virginia Tech has one of the biggest career fair events in the country. I find it convenient for students to find a company that can sponsor visa since there are many options available. Of course it’s always the student's choice if they are willing to find companies without sponsorship.

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Virginia Tech Placements

Virginia Tech conducts a survey of new graduates each academic year who complete undergraduate degrees. This survey is known as ‘Our First Destination Report’. The survey asks about their first destination after an undergraduate degree, i.e., working, continuing education, military service, volunteering, or seeking).

First Destination Report 2021-22

Item	Particulars
Graduates Respondents	56%
Employment after graduation	60%
Median salary	$66,560

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First Destination Report 2021-22

Item	Particulars
Graduates Respondents	56%
Employment after graduation	60%
Median salary	$66,560

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Commonly asked questions

On Placements

Q: What is the job placement rate at Virginia Tech?

The Virginia Tech job placements rate is 92% for Pamplin College of Business. The median starting salary recorded at the college is USD 60,000. As per the Business Horizons, the job fair organized by and for Pamplin students, over 100 companies visit the college to hire graduates and offer them better job opportunities.

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Q: What is Virginia Tech graduates salary?

As per the Graduate Outcome Survey, total 7024 students participated in the survey in which 60% are employed. The overall median Virginia Tech salary for graduates is USD 66,560. Students can check the salary details for employed graduates by college/ majors:

College/ Majors	Median Salary
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences	USD 42,000
College of Architecture and Urban Studies	USD 57,000
College of Engineering	USD 74,000
College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences	USD 44,000
College of Natural Resources and Environment	USD 45,760
College of Science	USD 60,000
Pamplin College of Business	USD 65,000
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine	USD 41,600

Also read: Internships and Jobs in the USA

Q: How many graduates are employed at Virginia Tech in 2021-22?

. Check the below table for employed graduates percentage by college for 2021-22:

College/ Majors	Students Employed Percentage
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences	44%
College of Architecture and Urban Studies	67%
College of Engineering	70%
College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences	42%
College of Natural Resources and Environment	61%
College of Science	41%
Pamplin College of Business	80%
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine	32%

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Virginia Tech Rankings 2024

Virginia Tech is one of the best and top-rated public universities in the United States. Virginia Tech rankings are consistently placed among the top universities globally and nationally. The QS World University Rankings 2024 ranked Virginia Tech #302 in the world. Also, the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 ranked Virginia Tech in the range of #251-300 in the world. And, the U.S. News & World Report 2023 ranked Virginia Tech #265 among the global universities and #62 among national universities.

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Overall University Grade

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Mathematics

#151-200

ARWU

#301-400

Business Economics

THE

#301-400

Chemical Engineering

US News

#43

Mechanical Engineering

#51-100

US News

#17

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Commonly asked questions

On Rankings

Q: Is Virginia Tech a top-tier school?

Virginia Tech is truly an outstanding educational institute on the planet. The college is reliably positioned among the top colleges around the world and broadly. The QS World College Rankings 2024 positioned Virginia Tech #302 on the planet. Additionally, the Times Advanced Education (THE) World College Rankings 2023 positioned Virginia Tech in the scope of #251-300 on the planet. What's more, the U.S. News and World Report 2023 positioned Virginia Tech as #265 among the worldwide colleges and #62 among public colleges.

Q: Is Virginia Tech good for engineering?

Virginia Tech is one of the best universities in the United States for engineering programs. The university offers a number of engineering programs to international students. Engineering programs offered by the university are consistently ranked among the best and top programs globally and nationally. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 ranked Virginia Tech #78 in the world for its engineering programs. Meanwhile, the U.S. News and World Report 2023 ranked Virginia Tech #14 for Aerospace engineering, #34 for Biomedical engineering, #43 for Chemical engineering, and #7 for Civil engineering programs in the United States.

Q: Is Virginia Tech a Tier 1 school?

Yes, Virginia Tech is a Tier 1 school in the USA. The Virginia Tech ranking is impressive as the university ranks among the top 100 universities in the USA. According to QS World University Ranking 2024, the Virginia Tech world ranking improves from 363 to 302 in the world for 2024. Check below the ranking of the university declare by many ranking providers:

World Ranking Providers	Previous Ranking	Current Ranking
QS (world)	363 (2023)	302 (2024)
US News & World Report (world)	250 (2022)	265 (2023)
US News & World Report (national)	75 (2022)	62 (2023)
Time Higher Education	251-300 (2022)	251-300 (2023)

Virginia Tech
Studying in USA

Average Accommodation Expense	INR 6.7 L (based on 146 colleges)
Average Meals Expense	INR 3.9 L (based on 116 colleges)
Part Time Work	Permitted International students are allowed to work part-time for 20 hours per week during an academic term. e... Read more about part time work
Post Study Work Permit	Permitted Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a one-year work and stay-back permit given to international students o... Read more about post study work permit
Cost of Visa Application	USD 185 = INR 15,369.8
Visa Application Process	Simple You will need an F1 visa if your course of study is a full-time degree. e... Read more about visa application process
Hot Job Sectors	IT, Tech, Energy, Healthcare, E-commerce and Business services are some of the popular job sectors in the U... Read more about hot job sectors
Economy Growth Rate	According to the BEA (Bureau of Economic Affairs), the Real GDP of USA was 2.1% in 2022. e... Read more about economy growth rate

Virginia Tech International Students 2022

Virginia Tech is one of the most popular universities among international students. In Fall 2022, more than 37,000 enrolled on and off campus out of which over 4,000 are international students. The university offers more than 250 academic programs for international students to choose from.

Commonly asked questions

On Others

Q: Does Virginia Tech take international students?

Yes, Virginia Tech takes international students from all over the world. Each year thousands of students from across the United States and around the world for various courses at Virginia Tech. Virginia Tech is one of the most popular universities among international students. In Fall 2022, more than 37,000 enrolled on and off campus out of which over 4,000 are international students. The university offers more than 250 academic programs for international students to choose from.

Q: What is the application fee for Virginia Tech for international students?

Once the application form is filled out and all the necessary documents are attached, international students need to pay a non-refundable fee of $70. If the application fee is not paid then your application will not be processed. International students can pay this application fee electronically either by a debit or credit card (MasterCard, Visa or Discover). The application fee is non-refundable, meaning, if you withdraw your application from the university, your application fee will not be refunded.

Q: How many Indians go to Virginia Tech?

For Fall 2022, Virginia Tech has enrolled over 30,000 students. Among all the students, there are around 800 Indian students. Check the table for more detail about students at the university below:

Ethnicity	University
American Indian or Alaskan Native	34
Asian	3,733
Black or African American	1,807
White	18,166
Hispancis of any race	2,904

Virginia Tech FAQs

Q. Is Virginia Tech tough to get into?

A. Virginia Tech is one of the finest universities in the United States. The average acceptance rate of Virginia Tech is 56%, which makes it relatively selective for admissions. With an acceptance rate of just 56%, it is relatively hard to get into a university for international students. International students seeking admission to Virginia Tech are required to meet the necessary requirements to get into the university. There are more than 250 courses and programs on offer for international students. The university offers a number of undergraduate and postgraduate degree, diploma, and certificate programs.

Q. How many Virginia Tech campuses are there?

A. Virginia Tech has a 2,600-acre main campus located in Blacksburg, Virginia. Also, the university has a presence across the country including the Innovation campus in Northern Virginia, the Health Sciences and Technology campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, educational and research facilities across the state, and a 1,800-acre agriculture research farm near the main campus of the university.

Q. Did any famous people go to Virginia Tech?

A. Virginia Tech has a strong network of alumni spread all over the world. The university has produced some of the most influential and famous people in the world. Some of the notable alumni of Virginia Tech are: