Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia 24061-0131
Campus Vibe
Top graduate earnings — known for engineering
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is a public institution in Blacksburg with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1337, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 30.4K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
86% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $81,698 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,790.
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1337
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
65.7%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
232
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (260)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
92%
- •92% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •First-year cadets and their training cadre re-enact Addison Caldwell's journey every year in the Caldwell March.
- •They complete the first half of the 26-mile march in the fall and the second half in the spring.
- •Since 1963, "Skipper", a replica of a Civil War cannon has been fired at football games by members of the Corps of Cadets when the team scores.
- •Harper and her white roommate received hate mail and threatening phone calls, but the resolution stood, and the display of the rebel flag ended in 1969.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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