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Virginia Military Institute

Lexington, VA · Public · Distant town · Website

Virginia Military Institute campus
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Admission rate
71%
Accessible
Average net price
$15,585
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
72%
Median earnings
$85,178
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Virginia Military Institute is a public college in Lexington, VA with 1,527 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, and admitted students average 1244 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $15,585 per year ($10,028 for families earning under $30,000). 72% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $85,178 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
71%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,171
Fall 2023
Admitted
957
Fall 2023
Yield
49%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing550–630
200800
SAT Math500–640
200800
ACT Composite24–31
136

What Virginia Military Institute looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordConsidered
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$35,706
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$21,366
Out-of-state tuition
$51,958

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$10,028
  • $30–48k$4,645
  • $48–75k$5,212
  • $75–110k$7,336
  • $110k+$27,249

Get a personal estimate with Virginia Military Institute's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
72%
Freshman retention
81%
Median earnings
$85,178
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,527
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
21%
  • White69%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black8%
  • Asian5%

Virginia Military Institute FAQ

What is Virginia Military Institute's acceptance rate?+

Virginia Military Institute admits 71% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Virginia Military Institute?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 550–630 on SAT Reading and Writing and 500–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1244.

What ACT score do you need for Virginia Military Institute?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–31.

Is Virginia Military Institute test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Virginia Military Institute?+

In Fall 2023, 1,171 students applied to Virginia Military Institute and 957 were admitted; 469 enrolled.

Does Virginia Military Institute consider legacy status?+

No. Virginia Military Institute reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Virginia Military Institute require an essay?+

Virginia Military Institute reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Virginia Military Institute cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $35,706 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,585.

What is Virginia Military Institute's graduation rate?+

72% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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