Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University admitted 91% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 18,402 applications received in 2023, 16,696 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Virginia Commonwealth University, the regular decision application deadline is January 18 and the fee for the application costs $70.

Students who submit their applications to Virginia Commonwealth University for fall should anticipate a decision by April 1.

Virginia Commonwealth University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Virginia Commonwealth University's admissions stats.

Virginia Commonwealth University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	15.27%
Mean SAT Score	1165
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	32%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	4%
Waitlist	Yes

Virginia Commonwealth University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Virginia Commonwealth University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	1 18	April 1

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Considering Applying Early to Virginia Commonwealth University?

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Virginia Commonwealth University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Virginia Commonwealth University Admissions

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Transferring to Virginia Commonwealth University

For more information on transferring to Virginia Commonwealth University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Virginia Commonwealth University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Virginia Commonwealth University

What does Virginia Commonwealth University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Virginia Commonwealth University for more information on admission factors.

Virginia Commonwealth University Application Requirements

To apply to Virginia Commonwealth University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Virginia Commonwealth University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	3.5	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	1	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Virginia Commonwealth University?

Students admitted to Virginia Commonwealth University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 26.05% submitted a class rank. At Virginia Commonwealth University 15.27% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38.64% were in the top 25% and 75.36% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Virginia Commonwealth University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	30.95%
3.75 and 3.99	17.49%
3.50 and 3.74	17.71%
3.25 and 3.49	15.68%
3.00 and 3.24	11.96%
2.50 and 2.9	6.06%
2.00 and 2.49	0.12%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Virginia Commonwealth University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Virginia Commonwealth University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 32% of Virginia Commonwealth University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 4% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Virginia Commonwealth University?

To be competitive with other Virginia Commonwealth University applicants, you should aim to score between 1040 and 1290 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Virginia Commonwealth University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1290 and 25% of scored lower than 1040, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Virginia Commonwealth University student is 1165.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Virginia Commonwealth University students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Virginia Commonwealth University students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

To be most competitive at Virginia Commonwealth University, you should strive to earn between 22 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Virginia Commonwealth University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Virginia Commonwealth University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to Virginia Commonwealth University

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by May 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Virginia Commonwealth University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Virginia Commonwealth University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Virginia Commonwealth University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Virginia Commonwealth University.

Does Virginia Commonwealth University accept transfer credits?

✅ Virginia Commonwealth University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Virginia Commonwealth University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Virginia Commonwealth University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Virginia Commonwealth University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Virginia Commonwealth University?

✅ Virginia Commonwealth University is not test optional.

What is Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate?

✅ Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Virginia Commonwealth University?

❌ Virginia Commonwealth University does not offer early decision.

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