What are the Virginia Tech admission requirements for first-year applicants?

[clevlensain]

Does a 3.6 GPA meet the Virginia Tech admission requirements

 

[robbin]

For first-year applicants, Virginia Tech requires 18 high school units: 4 English, 3 math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II), 2 lab sciences, 2 social sciences (one must be history), 3 additional academic (foreign language recommended), and 4 electives. Applicants must submit a $60 application, self‑reported academic record (U.S.) or official transcripts (international), and, if desired, SAT/ACT scores (test‑optional through Fall 2025).

 

[Clara]

For first-year admission to Virginia Tech, you need a strong college-prep high-school record with 18 academic units (including 4 English, 3 math, 2 lab science, 2 social science, plus electives).

Applications require a Common App submission, self-reported transcript (STARS), and optional SAT/ACT scores (test-optional through Fall 2028).

Admissions are holistic, considering grades, coursework, essays, and background; recommendation letters aren’t required.

 

[bruno]

Yeah, for Virginia Tech first-year applicants they usually look at your GPA, high school courses, test scores (optional now), essays, and activities. And honestly, a 3.6 GPA is pretty solid, so you’d definitely be within a competitive range

 

[Sarah]

First-year applicants to Virginia Tech must complete their application through the Common Application. Students should typically have about 18 units of high-school coursework, including 4 units of English, 3 of mathematics, 2 laboratory sciences, 2 social sciences, 3 additional academic units (often a foreign language), and 4 electives.

 

[Charles]

First-year applicants to Virginia Tech must complete a strong high-school curriculum including English, math, science, social science, and electives. Students apply through the Common Application and submit their high-school transcript or self-reported academic record. SAT or ACT scores are optional, and the university reviews applications holistically, considering academic performance, coursework, and other background information.