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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA

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Campus Life
Colleges » By State » Virginia » Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University » Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
23,600
Total Undergrads
Including 449 Part-time
5,205
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 7 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
43% Women
57% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-A

Atlantic Coast Conference

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

9
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $619,369)
8
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $153,249)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 114 133 Yes -
Baseball 35 - Yes -
Basketball 15 14 Yes Yes
Football 136 - - -
Golf 8 - Yes Yes
Lacrosse - 34 Yes -
Soccer 37 24 Yes Yes
Softball - 21 Yes Yes
Swimming and Diving 30 32 - Yes
Tennis 14 10 Yes Yes
Volleyball - 18 Yes Yes
Wrestling 31 - - -
Bowling - - Yes Yes
Court Sports - - - Yes
Cricket - - Yes -
Cycling - - Yes -
Equestrian - - Yes -
Fencing - - Yes -
Field Hockey - - Yes -
Flag Football - - - Yes
Gymnastics - - Yes -
Ice Hockey - - Yes -
Indoor Fitness/Recreation - - - Yes
Outdoor Fitness/Recreation - - - Yes
Rifle - - Yes -
Rowing - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Skiing - - Yes -
Table Tennis - - - Yes
Water Polo - - Yes Yes
Water Sports - - Yes -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.3%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6.9%
Black/non-Hispanic 4.5%
Hispanic 3.1%
Non-resident alien 7.5%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 7.0%
Two or more races 0.6%
White/non-Hispanic 70.1%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Navy ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 0
Drug Law Violation 55
Liquor Law Violation 262
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 2
Property Crime 46
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Delaney
  • 4
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  • “There are a variety of types of dorms. The RA's are really good at instigating get togethers. The dorms are good quality with many currently being renovated.…”

  • Jan-09-2012 » Read More
  • Katherine from Roanoke, VA
  • 5
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  • “Dorm life is pretty great. You make a lot of friends and gain a real sense of community. It really depends on the dorm and your personality, though, but I…”

  • Apr-24-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 5
  • Henrietta from McLean, VA
  • May-14-2013 I am a past student here

    Boudreaux is a wonderful cajun restaurant. Cabo Fish Taco has great Mexican food, and it's affordable. Moe's is even more affordable, but still great, especially if you're on the go.

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  • 5
  • Jalen from Charlotte, NC
  • May-06-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    The food is something to behold; every meal will amaze you and having five places to chose from is more then helpful.

    » Read More
  • 5
  • Alexandra from MD
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    No Hokie will ever go hungry. With hundreds of different options a picky eater can not even complain! Who else can say they have their own Hibachi grill on campus?!

    » Read More
  • 5
  • Riley from Christiansburg, VA
  • Feb-06-2013 I am a current student here

    Virginia Tech was ranked #2 in 2012 in the nation in dining services. In 2013, it will be ranked #1 with the addition of Turner Place.

    » Read More
Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Jalen from Charlotte, NC
  • May-06-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    During my visit I saw the induction of two Greek groups new members. It was very interesting and a sight to see for yourself.

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  • 0
  • Alexandra from MD
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    If Greek Life is something you want to get involved in, VT has an excellent program but it also does not run the campus so students do not feel forced to join.

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  • 0
  • Jasmine from Blacksburg, VA
  • Feb-27-2013 I am a current student here

    There are a ton of greek organizations to join on campus. Including the first multicultural sorority in the nation, Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Incorporated!

    » Read More
  • 0
  • Sarah from Sterling, VA
  • Jan-02-2013 I am a current student here

    I am in a sorority and I wouldn't change going through rush. It was quite the experience. Being in a sorority has taught me so much. I never had a sister and always had trouble keeping girl friends. Having 180 girls be 100% there for me 100% of the time I needed ANYTHING is an amazing feeling. There is no other feeling quite like it.

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  • 0
  • Amanda from Henrico, VA
  • Dec-27-2012 I am a past student here

    There are so many social, academic and service groups to choose from. Make sure you ask around and check out as many rush (recruitment) events as you can and make sure you pick the group that you feel fits you best.

    » Read More
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