Is Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University worth it?
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is a public, four-year institution in Blacksburg, Virginia (small city). It awarded 10,842 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in computer and information sciences, management science and mechanical engineering.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$59,604
Median earnings 4 years after
$85,647
Median earnings 10 years after
$81,698
Average net price
$24,953
Completion rate
86%
Completions (2024)
10,842
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
30,923
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | Bachelor's | $77,877 | $108,726 | 370 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $78,280 | $96,376 | 279 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $96,432 | $144,103 | 229 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $66,601 | $102,902 | 203 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $74,285 | $88,142 | 190 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $44,309 | $66,106 | 178 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $28,239 | $61,703 | 169 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $42,114 | $75,687 | 153 |
| Computer Engineering | Bachelor's | $86,636 | $122,026 | 134 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $56,417 | $86,338 | 134 |
| Animal Sciences | Bachelor's | $28,729 | $47,224 | 129 |
| Industrial Engineering | Bachelor's | $82,437 | $116,641 | 129 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,733 | $56,365 | 129 |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other | Master's | $112,210 | $148,000 | 122 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | $53,202 | $58,513 | 118 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Management Science | Bachelor's | 541 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 517 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 351 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 329 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 293 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 279 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 256 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Master's | 253 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 249 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General | Bachelor's | 224 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 32% | 33,352 |
| Educational Services | 13% | 13,855 |
| Manufacturing | 9% | 9,748 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 5% | 5,721 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 5,393 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 4,634 |
| Construction | 4% | 4,519 |
| Retail Trade | 4% | 4,479 |
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Sources: federal figures for Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Virginia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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