Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Microbiology, General
Field of study · Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4 years
- Campus
- Blacksburg
- Intl. Tuition
- US$40,180 (2026-27)
- Home Tuition
- US$17,087 (2026-27)
- Intake
- Fall 2027
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Course Overview
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The University at a Glance
- Undergraduate Population
- 30,923
- Staff Ratio
- 17.0:1
- International
- 4.6%
Career Prospects
- Completion Rate
- 86%
- finish their degree (not an employment rate)
Costs & Living
University Life
Urban
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
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Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
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Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 30,923
- Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
- Staff Ratio
- 17:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 5%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- Campus Type
- Urban
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Four seasons
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 7.5/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Entrepreneurial / start-up culture
University Stats
Undergraduate Students30,923
Student-to-Staff Ratio17:1
International Students5%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10
Career & Outcomes
- Completion Rate
- 86%
- Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
Costs & Living Expenses
- Total Programme Cost
- US$160,720
- For full 4 years
Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)US$40,180per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)US$17,087per year, 2026-27 Official fee page