At a Glance
Virginia Military Institute is a small public college in Lexington, VA. Approximately 1,527 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 71% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 25 miles of campus. The school competes in NCAA Division I athletics. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 39/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Location
Lexington, VA
Campus Identity
Virginia Military Institute is a small public college in Lexington, VA. Approximately 1,527 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 71% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 25 miles of campus. The school competes in NCAA Division I athletics. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 39/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Virginia Military Institute is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school with NCAA D1 athletics. The campus is 167 miles from Matoaka Beach, MD and 25 miles from The Omni Homestead Resort.
Athletics
NCAA D1
Southern
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Beach Access
167 miles
Matoaka Beach, MD
Weather
Warm Climate
49°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Virginia Military Institute students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is The Omni Homestead Resort, 25 miles away with 2 lifts and 42 skiable acres. All are within 34 miles of campus.
Virginia
Virginia
Virginia
Nearest Beach
Students at Virginia Military Institute are 167 miles from Matoaka Beach, MD.
Matoaka Beach, MD
Ocean access within 167.4 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lexington, VA
Lexington has a cool climate, with winters averaging 34°F in Jan and summers peaking around 75°F in Jul.
Station: LEXINGTON · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Virginia Military Institute in VA earns a composite safety score of 39/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $21,046 | $52,638 |
| Fees | $9,888 | $9,888 |
| Room & Board | $11,310 | $11,310 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $42,244 | $73,836 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
15 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Virginia Military Institute located?
Virginia Military Institute is located in Lexington, VA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Virginia Military Institute?
Virginia Military Institute has an acceptance rate of 71%, making it moderately selective. Out of 2,066 applicants, 1,472 were admitted in the most recent year.
How many students attend Virginia Military Institute?
Virginia Military Institute enrolls 1,527 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What ACT score do you need for Virginia Military Institute?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Virginia Military Institute scored between 24 and 31 on the ACT, with a median of 28. About 3% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Virginia Military Institute?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Virginia Military Institute charges $21,046/year for in-state students and $52,638/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($11,310/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $48,324/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,113/year — what students actually pay. Use Virginia Military Institute's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Virginia Military Institute a Division I (D1) school?
Yes. Virginia Military Institute is an NCAA Division I school, part of the Southern. Division I is the top tier of NCAA athletics, home to the largest programs, athletic scholarships, and nationally televised games.
Is Virginia Military Institute the right fit for me?
Whether Virginia Military Institute is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (71% admit rate), avg net price ($17,113/year after aid), campus culture in Lexington, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Virginia Military Institute against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Virginia Military Institute directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Lexington, VA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's
- NCAA
- NCAA D1
- Conference
- Southern
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 49°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 39/100
- Nearest Airport
- Lynchburg, VA (LYH) · 35 mialso ROA (44 mi), SHD (44 mi)