Virginia Military Institute (VMI)
Public four-year college in Lexington, VA that costs an average of $15,585 a year after financial aid, admits 71% of applicants and graduates 72% of full-time students.
PublicTown (distant)1,527 undergraduates
Cost of VMI
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $35,706 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $21,366 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $51,958 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $11,650 |
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| Average net price after aid | $15,585 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $10,028 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $4,645 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $5,212 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $7,336 |
| $110,001+ | $27,249 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with VMI's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 71% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,244 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 550–630 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 500–640 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 24–31 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 72% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 81% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $64,945 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $85,178 |
| Rank in Virginia (earnings) | 6th of 51 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $23,000 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $261 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 21% |
| Students with federal loans | 38% |
Majors and programs at VMI
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (14)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 44 | $57,388 | $21,625 |
| Civil Engineering | 82 | $56,515 | $24,390 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 52 | $52,129 | $23,000 |
| Economics | 96 | $49,926 | $24,375 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 23 | $48,395 | — |
| Biology | 57 | $45,584 | $25,379 |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | 32 | $45,392 | $22,132 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | 111 | $45,374 | $21,500 |
| History | 89 | $45,298 | $19,500 |
| Applied Mathematics | 24 | $45,279 | — |
| Psychology | 77 | $44,787 | $21,700 |
| English Language and Literature | 42 | $44,768 | $24,877 |
| Chemistry | 12 | — | — |
| Physics | 21 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Virginia
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia's College at Wise | Wise | $5,869 | 29% | $50,389 |
| Longwood University | Farmville | $20,773 | 90% | $55,653 |
| University of Mary Washington | Fredericksburg | $23,821 | 80% | $66,028 |
| Christopher Newport University | Newport News | $22,310 | 86% | $65,183 |
| Virginia State University | Petersburg | $14,893 | 89% | $49,358 |
| Norfolk State University | Norfolk | $12,180 | 88% | $49,237 |
| Radford University | Radford | $13,701 | 90% | $59,134 |
| William & Mary | Williamsburg | $18,880 | 34% | $83,488 |
About VMI
| Type | Public four-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | Lexington, VA |
| Setting | Town (distant) |
| Undergraduates | 1,527 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 9 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Website | vmi.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is VMI's acceptance rate?
Virginia Military Institute admits 71% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,244 on the SAT.
How much does VMI cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $35,706 a year (tuition and fees: $21,366 in-state, $51,958 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $15,585 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $10,028.
How much do VMI graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $85,178 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 6th of 51 similar colleges in Virginia. The best-paid bachelor's program is computer science ($57,388 a year after graduation).
What is VMI's graduation rate?
72% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 81% of first-year students return for a second year.