About
About Virginia Military Institute
Virginia Military Institute is a public liberal arts college in Lexington, VA, known for its military college, all corps of cadets, and public liberal arts. With an acceptance rate of 71%, VMI is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 358 students each year. VMI is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1105–1300, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. VMI offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $11,967 per year; the sticker price of $61,836 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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Financial Aid & Cost
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Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$62k/yr | $12.7k |
| 30k-48k | ~$62k/yr | $9.2k |
| 48k-75k | ~$62k/yr | $12.2k |
| 75k-110k | ~$62k/yr | $13.4k |
| 110k+ | ~$62k/yr | $23.4k |
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