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Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA

Travel:

3 hour 14 minute drive from Charlotte

Local Airport:

Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport

Planning Your Visit
Places to Stay Near Campus

  • Hyatt Place Blacksburg/University

  • The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center

  • Hilton Garden Inn Blacksburg University

  • Courtyard by Marriott Blacksburg

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Blacksburg-University

  • Main Street Inn

Places to Eat

  • The Maroon Door

  • Cellar Restaurant

  • Bottom of The Stairs

  • Lefty's 

  • Abby's Restaurant

  • The Blacksburg Tavern

  • Bull & Bones Brewhaus

Other Schools You Could Add to Your Trip:

  • University of Virginia

  • James Madison University

  • Washington & Lee

  • VMI

  • Roanoke College

  • Hollins University

College Snapshot

Known for its strong engineering, science, and business programs, Virginia Tech blends big-school spirit with rigorous academics. Located in Blacksburg, Virginia, this public research university attracts high-achieving students from across the country.


✨ By the Numbers
    •    Undergraduates: 30,500+
    •    Freshman Applicants: 52,296
    •    Acceptance Rate: ~55%
    •    Middle 50% SAT: 1240–1430
    •    Middle 50% ACT: 24–32
    •    Most common GPA: 4.0 (67% of freshmen had one!)

✨ What Matters Most in Admissions
Virginia Tech weighs your GPA, course rigor, and essays very heavily. Standardized test scores are considered, but not the deciding factor. Extracurriculars, character, and personal qualities also matter, while recommendations and demonstrated interest are not considered.

✨ Who Gets In
    •    Over 85% of freshmen had a GPA above 3.75.
    •    More than 80% scored 600+ on SAT sections; nearly half had 700+ in math.
    •    Over half of incoming freshmen scored a 30+ on the ACT.

✨ Good to Know
    •    Virginia Tech does not track demonstrated interest—no need to worry about visits or extra communication as part of admissions strategy.
    •    Essays are a key factor—this is where you stand out beyond your transcript.
    •    Waitlist is large (over 17,000 students), so it’s important to have a strong application strategy.

College Snapshot
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