Virginia State University
Historically Black college or university · Petersburg, VA · 5,074 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
89%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
840–1070
ACT (middle 50%)
14–20
Average net price
$14,893
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$28,338
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
37%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Virginia State University?
Virginia State University accepts about 89 of every 100 applicants (89%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 840 and 1070 on the SAT. A score at or above 1070 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 840, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 14–20.
The latest federal data says Virginia State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Virginia State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Virginia State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $28,338 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,893 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $23,404 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,418
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,404
- Room & board$14,164
- Total cost of attendance$28,338
- Average net price after grants$14,893
Popular majors
Business, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Communications.
Virginia State University FAQ
- What is Virginia State University's acceptance rate?
- 89% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Virginia State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 840–1070. Aim for 1070 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Virginia State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 14–20.
- Is Virginia State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Virginia State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Virginia State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Virginia State University cost?
- About $28,338 a year before aid; $14,893 on average after grants.
- What is Virginia State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003764. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Virginia State University receives your information.
- What is Virginia State University's graduation rate?
- 37% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Virginia State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrum CollegeFerrum, VA | 89% | — | $18,070 | 35% |
| Richard Bland CollegeSouth Prince George, VA | 89% | — | $14,830 | 34% |
| Norfolk State UniversityNorfolk, VA | 88% | 823–1030 | $12,180 | 35% |
| Radford UniversityRadford, VA | 90% | 940–1160 | $13,701 | 48% |
| George Mason UniversityFairfax, VA | 87% | 1160–1360 | $14,697 | 66% |
| Chamberlain University-VirginiaVienna, VA | 90% | — | $44,710 | 0% |