Virginia Commonwealth University: what international applicants need

What are Virginia Commonwealth University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Virginia Commonwealth University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate?

92.6% for students who started in fall 2024: Virginia Commonwealth University admitted 19,408 of its 20,954 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Virginia Commonwealth University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Virginia Commonwealth University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Virginia Commonwealth University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 490–620 in Math and 520–650 in Reading and Writing (34% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 22–30.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Virginia Commonwealth University's application fee for international students?

Virginia Commonwealth University's application fee is $75 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Virginia Commonwealth University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Virginia Commonwealth University accept?

Virginia Commonwealth University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Virginia Commonwealth University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Virginia Commonwealth University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Virginia Commonwealth University require?

Virginia Commonwealth University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Virginia Commonwealth University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Virginia Commonwealth University have?

468 of Virginia Commonwealth University's 21,210 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Virginia Commonwealth University cost for international students?

Virginia Commonwealth University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $40,109 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $16,945). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $18,254. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $65,957 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Virginia Commonwealth University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Virginia Commonwealth University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 148 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source