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Public 4-Year
Orange and Maroon
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
HokieBird
Undergraduate
30434
Transfer-in
1210
Overall
41
Years 1 & 2
48
Years 3 & 4
33
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Vrginia Tech has more than 30,000 undergraduate students across the commonwealth and manages a research portfolio of more than $531 million. The university fulfills its role as a land-grant institution by fostering a collaborative environment that integrates technology into all disciplines, so that the Virginia Tech community can serve as a force for positive change around the commonwealth, the country, and the world.
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Academics
Freshman Definition
11 or fewer college credits completed after high school graduation
College Fit
As a student, you will spend only a portion of your time in the classroom. But all of your time at Virginia Tech will be...see moreAs a student, you will spend only a portion of your time in the classroom. But all of your time at Virginia Tech will be spent in an environment that promotes learning and growing. You will find a dynamic residential campus and award-winning dining in an environment committed to well-being. From our health and wellness programs to our hundreds of student organizations and clubs, there is something for every interest at Virginia Tech.
Freshman Student Catalog Year
Catalog year determined by date of entry to VT
Admissions and Financial Aid
Application Fee
$60 for U.S. students, $70 for international, paid with credit card when applying through the Common or Coalition Applic...see more$60 for U.S. students, $70 for international, paid with credit card when applying through the Common or Coalition Application
Application Type(s)
Early decision Nov 1; Early action Dec 1; Regular Admission Jan 15
Transcripts
15-Jul
Tests
SAT or ACT are not required; students have the option to provide scores
Essay
There is no essay requirement
Letter of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation are not a part of the Virginia Tech application
Interview
There is no interview requirement
Important Dates
Freshman Application Deadline
Fall
15-Jan
Freshman Application Deadline
Spring
Freshman applicants are not offered spring admission
Freshman Financial Aid Date
22-Jan
Freshman Priority Application Deadline
Fall
1-Nov for binding Early Decision; 1-Dec for non-binding Early Action
Freshman Priority Application Deadline
Spring
Freshman applicants are not offered spring admission
Freshman Financial Aid Date
22-Jan
Academics
Transfer Definition
12 or more credits completed at an accredited college after high school graduation
College Fit
As a student, you will spend only a portion of your time in the classroom. But all of your time at Virginia Tech will be...see moreAs a student, you will spend only a portion of your time in the classroom. But all of your time at Virginia Tech will be spent in an environment that promotes learning and growing. You will find a dynamic residential campus and award-winning dining in an environment committed to well-being. From our health and wellness programs to our hundreds of student organizations and clubs, there is something for every interest at Virginia Tech.
Associate Transfer Degree Completion
Completion of a transfer-oriented associate degree will satisfy general education requirements of an undergraduate curri...see moreCompletion of a transfer-oriented associate degree will satisfy general education requirements of an undergraduate curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the major.
Dual Enrollment - Completion of Associates
Completion of a transfer-oriented associate degree will satisfy general education requirements of an undergraduate curri...see moreCompletion of a transfer-oriented associate degree will satisfy general education requirements of an undergraduate curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the major.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
Catalog year determined by date of entry to VT
Accepts Credits for Prior Learning
Prior learning score requirements may be found: ...see morePrior learning score requirements may be found: https://www.registrar.vt.edu/Advanced-Standing-Transferable-Credit.html
Course Transfer Criteria
Grade of C or better required for transfer
Guaranteed Admission Agreement (GAA) Application Process
Students must apply as a transfer student having completed or with the intention of completing the Associate degree from...see moreStudents must apply as a transfer student having completed or with the intention of completing the Associate degree from a VCCS campus
Admissions and Financial Aid
Application Fee
$60 for U.S. students, $70 for international, paid with credit card when applying through the Common or Coalition Applic...see more$60 for U.S. students, $70 for international, paid with credit card when applying through the Common or Coalition Application
Application Type(s)
1-Oct for spring; 1-Mar for summer and fall
Transcripts
1-Aug
Tests
SAT or ACT are not required but are optional
Essay
There is no essay requirement
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation are not a part of the Virginia Tech application
Interview
There is no interview requirement
Important Dates
Transfer Application Deadline
Fall
1-Mar
Transfer Application Deadline
Spring
1-Oct
Transfer Financial Aid Date
22-Jan
Transfer Priority Application Deadline
Fall
There is no priority application deadline for transfer students
Transfer Priority Application Deadline
Spring
There is no priority application deadline for transfer students
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Academic Options
Offers Credits for Prior Learning
Flexible Degree Options
Online Degree Options Available
Weekend/Evening Courses Available
Summer Courses Available
Concurrent Enrollment
High School Dual Enrollment
Reverse Transfer
Campus Services and Engagement
Career Services
Disability Services
Student Clubs & Organizations
Sports
Military Friendly
Yellow Ribbon Program
Recognized Student Veteran Organization
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