Virginia Military Institute
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 82%
Average High School GPA: 3.6
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1040-1270
ACT Range: 22-28
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 1,560
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Very conservative
In-State Tuition: $0
Out-of-State Tuition: $0
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Lexington, Virginia
Setting: City
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 37°F (3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 77°F (25°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 41 inches (1040 mm)
Nearest Airport: Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) — Approximately 35 miles (45-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram: @virginiamilitaryinstitute
Swim team instagram: @vmiswimdive
Twitter: @VMI1839
Facebook: Virginia Military Institute
LinkedIn: Virginia Military Institute
YouTube: Virginia Military Institute
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: VMI Aquatic Center
Head Coach: Scott Thacker
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 America East
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #7 America East
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: B+
Diversity: B
Athletics: B
Professors: B
Dorms: D+
Student Life: C+
Value: A
Campus: C-
Party Scene: C-
Location: B
Campus Food: C-
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #269 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #408 of 1,332
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