Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University admissions
Blacksburg, VA
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University acceptance rate
54.8%
28,758 of 52,498 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Moderately selective. With a rate like this, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is often a target for students with solid grades and test scores.
Key numbers
- Yield: 25% of admitted students enrolled (7,289 of 28,758).
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Common questions about Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
What is the acceptance rate at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University?
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University admitted 54.8% of applicants (28,758 of 52,498) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University?
7,289 of the 28,758 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 25%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University?
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