Virginia State University Admissions

Virginia State University has an open admission policy with an 89.72% acceptance rate. This means nearly nine out of ten applicants get in, making it accessible to students who may not have stellar high school records. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 830-1030 on the SAT, with an average of 930. These relatively modest score requirements reflect the university's mission as an HBCU to provide educational opportunities to underserved communities. VSU seeks students who are motivated to succeed despite academic challenges and who value the supportive environment of a historically black institution. The school particularly welcomes first-generation college students, with 71% receiving Pell Grants.