B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg

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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech
Overview

Offered at the UG level of study by the Virginia Tech, B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design is one of the top choices among international students around the globe. Students can do this course over a period of 4 years. Plus, candidates must meet the minimum score requirements for aptitude test and English proficiency exams such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE for admissions to the university for B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design. Also, they must submit all the required documents. When it comes to the expenses of studying this program, the cost is divided into two parts, annual tuition cost and the cost of living. The annual Virginia Tech tuition fee for B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design is around USD 36,694 (INR 3,522,257). Also, the cost of living sums up to be around USD 14,888 (INR 1,429,099). Note that this amount does not include:

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Transportation
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Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹35.51 Lakh Get Fees details
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design

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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech
Fees

The first-year tuition fee for the B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design at the Virginia Tech is USD 36,694 (INR 3,522,257). Moreover, the fee structure for the B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design comprises the first-year tuition fees, supplement charges, facility requirements, and other additional charges offered by the Virginia Tech.

Apart from the tuition cost and university charges, students should also keep in mind the extra expenses to stay at the university or any nearby accommodation. They are required to manage the finances for various factors like rent, food, transportation, utility, and other personal expenses, which can vary as per the individual, however, the average cost of living is USD 14,888 (INR 1,429,099).

Check the detailed information on the Virginia Tech B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design on the fee breakup, from the table below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 35,51,081

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 14,40,794
Books and supplies	INR 2,53,552

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 96.77552 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 7ᵗʰ April 2026

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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech
Entry Requirements

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Students must have to be a first-year applicant to Virginia Tech, the student must have passed class 12th

Subjects required

English

Maths (includes algebra I, geometry, and algebra II)

Laboratory science (chosen from biology, chemistry, or physics)

Social Science (one must be history)

3 additional academic units (foreign language is highly recommended)

4 Elective Units
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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#51	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#57	USA Ranking QS, 2026
#251	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2026

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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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Virginia Tech
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

40% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Internships3.8

Part time work4.3

Post study jobs4.1

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.9

Public transportation4.6

Safety4.5

Indian Food3.4

Permanent Immigration3.3

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MEng in Computer Science & Application - Batch of 2024

4.6

A university that gives you multiple opportunity, be sure to knock and achievfe multiple.

Tips: Joining Virginia Tech was the best decision I could've made. The academic environment completely sharpens your technical, research, and problem-solving skills within the first few months. One massive perk is the research funding—I secured a Research Assistant position that cut my tuition in half for a semester. Between the world-class lab facilities, the sheer amount of campus resources, and the collaborative student community in Blacksburg, it's an incredible place. If you get accepted here, do not pass it up.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty gets a high rating because Virginia Tech professors are surprisingly accessible for a massive research university. They hold regular office hours, host extra Q&A sessions before exams, and genuinely want you to succeed. The research coming out of the labs here is top-tier—and more importantly, professors actively recruit students to join their projects. Getting a paid research assistantship to work directly alongside leading experts in your field makes a huge difference.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent immigration gets a low rating because staying long-term in the US is a massive headache. Outside of finishing a PhD and going for an EB-1 fast-track visa, international students are stuck with the H-1B lottery system. Even with a 3-year STEM OPT extension from Virginia Tech, you're completely at the mercy of luck and company sponsorship. Personally, I have no desire to settle in the US long-term anyway. The career growth and technical exposure here are incredible, but as far as easy permanent residency goes, it's just not realistic.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 120000

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026Read more

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MS in Environmental Engineering - Batch of 2023

4.1

The university helps you to grow and be independent.

Tips: I did experience a cultural shift in a good way. The people here are more open and friendly and there is a lot of mutual respect one holds for others including strangers. On the same token, the environment is a lot more competitive and lonelier so that can be tricky to navigate.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4250

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 82900

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2024Read more

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MS in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2024

3.8

It was a fulfilling and enlightening experience.

Tips: Students should enjoy their time here and try to avoid getting too stressed as the academic pressure can be intense. Keep a healthy work life balance. Talk to your professors and keep up your classroom engagement as these points can matter. The faculty is very helpful and understanding and will provide you with every insight required to succeed in your career.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4250

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 92925

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2024Read more

Anonymous

MS in Statistics - Batch of 2025

4.2

It is one of a kind experience worth reminiscing about.

Tips: Students should take advantage of their time here by collaborating on projects, going to the career fair and engaging with their peer group as the Virginia Tech experience is also essential to build yourself for the workforce. It would be wise to come with a scholarship that too for one of the programs that is ranked highly among the university.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4200

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2024Read more

Anonymous

B.Sc in Business Information Technology - Batch of 2027

4.2

It has been above my expectations and you get to expect great student life at VT.

Tips: I initially used to think that Virginia Teach would be a very academic environment with less time for anything else but here you are encouraged to explore your interests outside of the classroom be it sports, volunteer ship or a hobby, you can really make the best out of everything that campus has to offer while getting a good quality education.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 5150

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 87525

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2024Read more

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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech
Highlights

B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design is offered by College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences under Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State university, USA.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 4 Years.
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B.Sc in Fashion Merchandising and Design
at
Virginia Tech

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