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I’m a guy who’s doing engineering and I’m starting in the fall semester. I don’t plan on joining a frat but I might do the Wrestling and MMA clubs. I was just curious because I’ve heard if you’re a guy it’s hard to get into parties if you’re not in a frat. Also is the bar life or Greek life bigger and do you have to be 18 or 21 to go to bars? Are there any frats that have a good amount of engineers in them but are still fun?

I'm a rising high school senior from Northern Virginia planning to apply to Virginia Tech this autumn, and I'm trying to decide whether I should apply directly to the BIT program in Pamplin or just apply through Regular Admission.

My main concern is whether my application is competitive enough for Pamplin. I've heard that if you're denied from Pamplin, you won't be considered for general admission during the same application cycle. Virginia Tech is my top-choice school, so I'm trying to figure out if the risk is worth it.

My school doesn't publish GPAs over the summer, but I estimate my weighted GPA is around a 4.05. I'm not sure of my unweighted GPA, but I'd guess it's somewhere in the 3.6–3.8 range.

I'm pursuing my school's Advanced Diploma and have taken 2 APs, 1 Dual Enrollment course, and several advanced classes. For senior year, I'm scheduled to take AP Computer Science A, AP Cybersecurity, and 2 Dual Enrollments for my required english and history credits.

I'm currently a member of my school's National Social Studies Honor Society, and I'll likely be inducted into NHS and the English Honor Society during senior year.

My SAT Superscore is a 1310 (710 ERW, 600 Math). I know my math score is probably the weakest part of my application, so I'd also appreciate advice on what score I should aim for to be more competitive for Pamplin.

Based on last year's essay prompts, I also feel confident that my supplemental essays will be one of the stronger parts of my application.

Given my profile, would you apply directly to BIT in Pamplin, or play it safer with Regular Admission (Edit: Undecided into the Main VT College)?

I'm planning to tour the campus sometime in August/September, would it be worth it to try and schedule an appointment with an admissions counsellor?

Any other advice from people currently in the BIT program would also be greatly appreciated!

Im class of 2027 and will be applying this upcoming cycle most likely as a public health or microbiology major. I’m not sure if I have the stats to get in.

VA resident
1460 SAT(taking again in August)

3.83 unweighted
4.23 weighted

8 APs (including the ones I will be taking senior yr)
Including ap chem and ap bio
All other classes are honors classes or DE

EC:
120 hours volunteering at a hospital

Government sponsored summer program at Walter reed institute of research

30 hours shadowing general physician

2 years cross country

Rocketry club

Science national honor society

I will be a registered EMT by the end of my senior year(won’t be completed before applications are due so not sure if this would help)

Part time job at a pizzeria 12 hours a week

60 hours volunteering at community kitchen for the homeless

Also if you have any suggestions let me know please:)
I know my ECs aren’t great as I don’t have any leadership or awards

What are good locations to see the fireworks display tonight at Municipal Park? (Other than the park itself of course)

Are they usually visible from the top of the hill on the golf course, or maybe the Perry street parking garage?

For anybody living at Pheasant Run, or anywhere in Blacksburg that has their trash picked up by Meridian Waste, call them and let them know how awful they are for purposely deciding to run over a turtle crossing the road past the roundabout instead of waiting an extra minute for it to pass, or helping it. It is a pretty sizable turtle that cannot be missed no matter how big of a truck you are sitting in. It is very easily avoidable, when you are in a residential neighborhood with barely anybody residing there currently. This is not a case of unavoidably hitting an animal on the highway

Hey guys!

I’m spending my 21st birthday in Blacksburg for the VT vs ODU game, and I’m really excited. I’m not necessarily a Hokie, (I will be for the day) but I’m on a mission to visit every ACC football stadium, and Lane happens to be stop #1 for me.

I’ve never been to Blacksburg and the goal is to get an authentic experience. Could y’all recommend best times to arrive (noon kickoff), tailgating spots/traditions, and anything I should checkout while on campus? Plus places to go post-game like bars or restaurants?

Thanks in advance!

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Hi everyone,

I'm an incoming international graduate student for Fall 2026, and my friend and I are currently looking for off-campus housing in Blacksburg.

We've found several good and relatively affordable 4-bedroom apartments (places like University Terrace and a few others), where the rent works out much cheaper per person than leasing a 2-bedroom or signing individual leases. The difference is around $50–150 more per month if we can't fill a 4-bedroom unit.

The problem is that it's just the two of us right now. Many students we've contacted either:

• are still waiting for their visas,
• have already signed leases, or
• simply haven't responded.

I've posted in multiple Virginia Tech housing and roommate WhatsApp groups over the past couple of weeks but haven't had much luck.

Has anyone else been in a similar situation? Are there any other places or platforms where VT students actively look for roommates? Or would you recommend waiting a bit longer before signing a lease?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hi all, I'm coming to Tech this Fall for a 2-year masters. I've already secured housing at Alight and will be working down by the airport for an assistantship. I can't afford a car and was going to get a good class 2 e-bike instead. What could I expect my QOL to look like in terms of what I can do, where I can go, etc.

I'm really into hiking and the idea of being stuck to just biking distance of Blacksburg seems a little demoralizing. I'm also curious what the vibes are socially regarding no-car living as a grad student. I've always used Instacart for grocery delivery, is that reliable in Blacksburg?

Hey everyone! I’m 23F and a transfer student going into my second semester at VT. I figured I’d put myself out there because I still don’t know many people and it’d be nice to meet some new faces going into this fall semester.
I’m an MCA major, love working out, trying new coffee shops and restaurants, and finding new places around Blacksburg. My favorite show is The Sopranos, my favorite movies are 10 Things I Hate About You and Requiem for a Dream, and my music taste is all over the place, but mostly NuMetal/ alternative (Deftones, Weezer, Limp Bizkit) - maybe some occasional EDM
I’m always down to grab coffee, study, hit the gym, or just explore the area. If you’re in a similar boat or think we’d get along, feel free to message me. Also, if you have any coffee or restaurant recommendations, I’m always looking for new places to try!

Hi,

Recently I have an PhD interview with a Professor in the engineering department of the Virginia Tech. He seemed interested to me and told me to apply. I applied to the PhD program just after his encouragement as he is positive towards me. Though he told me that, my application will go through the review by admission committee. In this case, how long it can take to get an offer from them considering I have initial chat with the professor about the possibility of joining his lab in the earliest possible time? Generally, if faculty is interested then what could be the timeline in Virginia Tech?

Hi all,

I’m an independent VT student (not enrolled for summer classes but currently working through the school) and my entire paycheck has been going to rent/utilities/medical expenses, with little to nothing left over for food or hygiene products, specifically menstrual.

I’ve looked into a few food pantries nearby, market at Virginia Tech is not accepting new people, and the Wesley foundation doors are locked every time I’ve checked during their business hours. I really just need menstrual products more than anything.

Anyone know of other resources available? Any help or direction is appreciated.

i’m a Virginia Tech student and I wanted to 3-D print for some projects. I know that the library has options to 3-D print. I’m just unsure if it’s open during the summer or anyone knows any other recommendations.

Thank you!

everyone dunks on certain buildings or dining spots here but there's always that one place people secretly love. for me it's the study nooks in Newman late at night, dead quiet and nobody fights you for a table. what's yours and what's the reasoning

Hey, I'm transferring down to Virginia Tech as a junior and was wondering if there are any soccer pickup games that y'all get together and play, and if they're open to others joining?

Just got my season ticket assignment! I was wondering how bringing a non-student guest works. Can my guest get a guest ticket and sit with me in the student section, or would we have to sit separately? Also, anyone else around Section 2, Row 19? Looking forward to football season! 🧡

Plus: Energy Department gives Virginia Tech $2.8 million for a project to improve energy transmission; Smyth, Washington counties receive GO Virginia grant for shared industrial park.

there's usually a moment where Tech stops being just a school you go to and starts being yours. could be a tradition, a place, a game day feeling. when did that click for you and what was tied to it?