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Roanoke College
Salem,
VA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate80%
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About Roanoke College
Fix. Change. Build. Discover. Create. The world is full of opportunities if you have the passion to make things happen. College isn't just four more years of school; it sets you on the path for the life you want to lead. At Roanoke College we think the world needs people with passion. Join us, and we'll help you find and live what you love.
Roanoke College is a private, religious college in the suburb of Salem, Virginia. Roanoke College was founded in 1842. The college currently enrolls around 1,826 students a year, including 1,826 undergraduate students.
Roanoke College Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into Roanoke College. The acceptance rate at Roanoke College is 80%. Out of 5,102 applications received in 2022, 4,103 students were offered admission.
| Roanoke College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 80% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED offered but % not available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 38% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Roanoke College is located in the town of Salem, Virginia,.
If you want to see Roanoke College for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 81 to Salem, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional.
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College Info
Roanoke College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Roanoke College is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Roanoke College is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Roanoke College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1080 - 1240
Math SAT Range
520 - 610
Reading SAT Range
540 - 650
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1240 and Above
Good
1080 to 1240
Avg
1080 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Roanoke College students is 1170. Applicants with SAT scores of 1240 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Roanoke College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1080 to 1240 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1080 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Roanoke College.
Roanoke College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$52,140
In State$52,140
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$34,820
$34,820
Fees
$1,954
$1,954
Housing
$15,366
$15,366
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Roanoke College is like? There are approximately 1,826 students enrolled at Roanoke College. 96% percent of students attend school full-time, 56% percent are from VA and 44% percent of students are from other states.
96%
Full Time4%
Part Time56%
In State44%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,826
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
80%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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