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What is СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage? 

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage is a university-wide initiative to expand access, reduce financial barriers, and support student success.

It enhances resources that benefit all students – including experiential learning opportunities, career preparation, and basic needs support – while also providing scholarships for СÖíÊÓƵ undergraduate students with financial need.

How should I explain СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage to students?

It’s a comprehensive approach to student success that combines financial support, academic resources, and hands-on learning opportunities. Students benefit from expanded access to internships, research, study abroad, and basic needs support, with additional scholarship assistance available for eligible СÖíÊÓƵ undergraduates. The goal is that all students are fully supported in their success.

Do transfer students need to do anything differently to access СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage resources?

No. Transfer students follow the same application and financial aid steps as all applicants.

When are the key deadlines I should remind students about?

• Oct. 1: FAFSA opens
• Nov. 1: Early Action application deadline
• Jan. 15: Regular Admission application deadline
• Jan. 22: and completion for maximum scholarship and financial aid consideration
• Feb. 15: Early Action decisions released
• March 1: priority deadline for full consideration
• May 1: National College Decision Day (commitment deadline)

Who can I contact with questions?

Counselors can connect directly with СÖíÊÓƵ Tech’s admissions and financial aid offices for detailed guidance.

• Admissions: (540) 231-6267, admissions@vt.edu
• University Scholarships and Financial Aid: 540-231-5179, finaid@vt.edu

Does СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage reduce tuition costs?

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage does not change tuition rates. Instead, it focuses on reducing financial barriers through a combination of scholarships (for eligible students), expanded financial support, and increased access to resources that help students succeed.

This includes support for  , as well as funding and opportunities that make experiences like , , and study abroad more accessible.

Are out-of-state students eligible for support?

Many aspects of СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage benefit all students, including out-of-state students. These include access to basic needs resources, experiential learning opportunities, and student support services.

How is СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage different from financial aid?

 is one component of СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage.

The initiative takes a broader approach by combining financial support with academic resources, basic needs assistance, and expanded access to high-impact learning experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad.

Together, these elements help reduce barriers and support students throughout their time at СÖíÊÓƵ Tech.