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Virginia Tech Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Virginia Tech

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

57%
Admission Difficulty for Virginia Tech
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Average 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Virginia Tech is 57%.  Its admission rate is the 10th lowest in Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Virginia Tech and can you get accepted?

Virginia Tech is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 25,825 out of the 45,321 who applied were admitted.

Virginia Tech typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.97. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Virginia Tech?

57% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Virginia Tech you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.97 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1340 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT

Virginia Tech GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.97

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Virginia Tech?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Virginia Tech are to have around a 3.97 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Virginia Tech accepts 57% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Virginia Tech is 3.97 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #1 in Virginia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Virginia Tech is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Virginia Tech students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 74.18% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 14.66% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 6.94% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 3.67% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 0.45% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.1% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Virginia Tech SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Virginia Tech. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 39% of students submitted SAT scores and 7% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1240-1430

Applicants Submitting SAT 

39%
SAT Scores for Virginia Tech
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 620
Math 25th Percentile 620
Composite 25th Percentile 1240
SAT Scores for Virginia Tech
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 730
Composite 75th Percentile 1430
Average SAT Score 1340

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Virginia Tech?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Virginia Tech is 1340 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1240-1430. Students who get into Virginia Tech score in the top 19 percent of all SAT test takers..  Virginia Tech ranks #6 in the state of Virginia and #147 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1340 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Virginia Tech regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1240 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1240, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1140, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Virginia Tech is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1340 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1335, you have around a 57% chance of being admitted. A 1430 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 72% chance of getting in.

Virginia Tech admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1430 and Above Good >72%
1335 to 1430 Avg + 57%-72%
1240 to 1335 Avg - 41%-57%
1145 to 1240 Reach 27%-41%
Less than 1145 Low <27%
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Virginia Tech ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-32 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

7%
ACT Scores for Virginia Tech
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 26
Math 25th Percentile 26
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for Virginia Tech
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 31
Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Virginia Tech?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Virginia Tech is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 32.  The school ranks #6 in Virginia and #189 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

7 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Virginia Tech.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Virginia Tech is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Virginia Tech for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 57% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 74% with a 32 ACT score.

Virginia Tech admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
32 and Above Good >74%
29 to 32 Avg + 57%-74%
27 to 29 Avg - 44%-57%
25 to 27 Reach 32%-44%
Less than 25 Low <32%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Virginia Tech admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 18,831 26,376 45,321
Accepted 11,919 13,843 25,825
Acceptance Rate 63% 52% 57%
Enrolled 3,196 3,954 7,166
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 27% 29% 28%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

43

Applicants have 43 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Virginia Tech is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Virginia Tech and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Virginia Tech Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Virginia Tech
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Virginia Tech is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.97 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1340 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1430 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 29 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Virginia Tech often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=233921 IPEDS survey data for Virginia Tech.

Last updated February 24, 2024