Why Study Here?
We educate students for change in this dynamic global society. We challenge and provoke critical thinking. We create.
Find a place to belong
From cultural student unions, to local food bank volunteers, from disciplinary honor societies, to sports and outdoor clubs, Virginia Tech's over 900 student organizations give you a community where you can belong.
Learn a culture from the people who live it
What better place than the streets of Rome for learning about how ancient cultures influenced modern ones? Experience the eternal city with our Classics Faculty.
Experience the arts on campus
Our School of Performing Arts has something for everyone, whether you want to train under one of our dedicated faculty or catch one of 250 public productions the school presents each year.
Conduct research from day one
We encourage you to conduct original research projects throughout your undergraduate career, not just in your senior year. Our faculty members work with you to provide advice and guide you through the process.
Get the most out of your degree
Virginia Tech was ranked in the top ten by PayScale as a Best Value College for Humanities Majors Each year, PayScale releases a College ROI Report that expresses which schools offer the highest return on investment for tuition.
17:1
STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO
24
AVERAGE UPPER-LEVEL CLASS SIZE
88%
OF STUDENTS COMPLETE INTERNSHIPS
1 of 4
AMERICA SAVES COLLEGE CAMPUS PROGRAMS
Beyond the Classroom
Our programs offer lots of opportunities for you to enrich your education, both inside and outside of class.
What Our Students Are Saying
Attending Virginia Tech was the experience of a lifetime. During my time at Tech, I learned so much about myself, others, and how I can apply my skills and passions to do my part in making the world a better place.
Carrie Covey, Human Development
When I first arrived at Virginia Tech, I was petrified of walking into a packed lecture hall. My fears were quickly erased as my professor began to talk. She inspired me to think of ideas and ask questions that I never knew were possible.
Dana Mouritzen, International Studies
Virginia Tech and the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences have provided me with a community of inspiring and passionate professors and peers with whom I could ask questions and explore my interests. My classes prepared me to take on real life challenges and have given me the skills and confidence to succeed after graduation.
Carly Rettie, Human Development
When I started at Virginia Tech, I had no idea I would come to cherish my time as a Liberal Arts students as much as I have. The lessons I've learned and the bonds I've formed, both in and out of the classroom, will stay with me forever. Because of my time in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, i feel more capable and confident entering the rest of my life!
Jess Calvert, Professional and Technical Writing, English, and Creative Writing
Scholarships and Awards
Last year we sponsored more than 60 scholarships and awards for academic achievement, research, and community service, as well as 65 scholarships for education abroad experiences.
Advising and Mentoring
Our academic advisors will help you design a curriculum that fits your needs and interests, as well as introduce you to extracurricular opportunities so that you can make the most of your Virginia Tech education.