Virginia State University

Virginia State University is not difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Virginia State University is 94%. Out of 5,722 applications received in 2023, 5,406 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Virginia State University, the regular decision application deadline is May 1 and the application fee is $25.

Virginia State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Virginia State University's admissions stats.

Virginia State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	2.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	5%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	72%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	20%
Waitlist	No

Virginia State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Virginia State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 1	–

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Want to Apply Early to Virginia State University?

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

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

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Transferring to Virginia State University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Virginia State University

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

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

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Virginia State University

Wondering what factors are considered by Virginia State University 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Virginia State University Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
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 State University?

Students admitted to Virginia State University have an average unweighted GPA of 2.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 53% submitted a class rank. At Virginia State University 5% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 17% were in the top 25% and 57% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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 State University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 72% of Virginia State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 20% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Virginia State University, you should strive to earn between 15 and 19 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 19 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Virginia State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 19, and three out of four students scored lower than 19 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Virginia State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to Virginia State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Virginia State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is May 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Virginia State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Virginia State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Virginia State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Virginia State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

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

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

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

❌ No, Virginia State University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Virginia State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Virginia State University is 94%.

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

❌ Virginia State University does not offer early decision.

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