Virginia State University Admission
Acceptance Rate
89.00%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
15.00%
Freshmen Enrollment
1,382
SAT Scores
910
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 8,230 students have applied and 7,384 students have allowed to admit to Virginia State University (Acceptance rate: 89.72%). VSU's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 18.72 % where 1,382 students have finally enrolled out of 7,384 admitted students.
VSU acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Averett University and Bluefield University, its acceptance rate is much higher (very easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 71.62%).
VSU enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 30.13%).
How to Apply to Virginia State University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply VSU. VSU offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | www.vsu.edu/admissions/index.php |
|---|---|
| Online Application | www.vsu.edu/admissions/apply/freshman-apply/index.php |
| Financial Aid | www.vsu.edu/financial-aid/index.php |
| Net Price Calculator | npc.collegeboard.org/app/vsu |
| Veterans Tuition | www.vsu.edu/admissions/military-students/index.php |
| Athletic | www.govsutrojans.com/sports/2012/10/26/GEN_1026124904.aspx?tab=graduationreport |
| Disability Service | www.vsu.edu/student-life/support-and-resources/students-with-disabilities/index.php |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at VSU and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Virginia State University is 910 and the average ACT score is 18. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Virginia State University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,075). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia State University | 910 | 18 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,075 | 21 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia | 1,167 | 75 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Virginia State University, 246 students submitted SAT scores (18% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 910 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 430 | 460 | 530 |
| Mathematics | 400 | 450 | 500 |
| Total | 830 | 910 | 1,030 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Virginia State University, 45 students submitted ACT scores (3% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 18 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 14 | 16 | 17 |
| English | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mathematics | 0 | 0 | 0 |
VSU Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Virginia State University. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Recommendations, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, and Admission test scores.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Not Considered |