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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
University
Rankings2027

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QS World University Rankings (2027)
#366
Acceptance Rate
55%
Completion Rate
86%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Location
Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
Undergraduate students
30923
International Students
5%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
17:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community | Entrepreneurial / start-up culture
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$40,180/yr
2026-27, across 76 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

76 courses, A–Z.