Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia · Public · HBCU
Virginia State University admitted 89% of 11,775 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 838–1010 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 41% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Virginia State University
Enter a score to see whether Virginia State University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (89%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Virginia State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. Virginia State University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Virginia State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Virginia State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Virginia State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
Considered
- Test scores
- Activities
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 2.97 GPA. 10% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $27,661 in-state and $39,912 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,184 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Virginia State University’s acceptance rate?
Virginia State University admitted 89% of applicants: 10,436 of 11,775 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Virginia State University’s application deadline?
Virginia State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Virginia State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 838 to 1010, with a median around 920. A score at or above 920 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Virginia State University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Virginia State University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Virginia State University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Does Virginia State University have supplemental essays?
No. Virginia State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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