Virginia Commonwealth University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Virginia Commonwealth University admits about 92.6% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1010–1270 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 19–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Virginia Commonwealth University At a Glance
| Location | Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 20,753 |
| Acceptance Rate | 92.6% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 520-650 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 490-620 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1010-1270 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1137 |
| ACT Range | 22-30 |
| Average Net Price | $25,037/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $17,490/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $40,654/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 64.7% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 85.3% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $64,442 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,500 |
How Virginia Commonwealth University Compares
Virginia Commonwealth University is more selective than about 14% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 20,753 students, it is larger than about 65% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate?
Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate is about 92.6%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Virginia Commonwealth University?
Admitted students at Virginia Commonwealth University typically report a combined SAT score between 1010 and 1270 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Virginia Commonwealth University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Virginia Commonwealth University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Virginia Commonwealth University?
The average net price reported for Virginia Commonwealth University is $25,037 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.