Virginia Tech Reviews & Ratings ,Blacksburg,USA

Tips: I did experience a cultural shift in a good way. The people here are more open and friendly and there is a lot of mutual respect one holds for others including strangers. On the same token, the environment is a lot more competitive and lonelier so that can be tricky to navigate.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4250
• Prepping time for classes30 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 82900

Tips: Students should enjoy their time here and try to avoid getting too stressed as the academic pressure can be intense and it is recommended that you keep a healthy work-life balance. Talk to your professors and keep up your classroom engagement as these points can matter. The faculty is very helpful and understanding and will provide you with every insight required to succeed in your career.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4250
• Prepping time for classes30 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 92925

Tips: I experienced a cultural shift from India because here the accessibility of purchasing items is less. For example, buying stationery, clothes etc. has limited options. Mainly because Blackburg town is in a remote area. We only have a few groceries here. I got a teaching assistantship during my course. I got it with my admission offer. I think one of the reasons for getting it was that previously, I had taught students of 9th and 10th grade at an NGO. Also, if you have good grades and academic kn...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1100
• Prepping time for classes25 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75000

Tips: Students should take advantage of their time here by collaborating on projects, going to the career fair and engaging with their peer group as the Virginia Tech experience is also essential to build yourself for the workforce. It would be wise to come with a scholarship that too for one of the programs that is ranked highly among the university.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4200
• Prepping time for classes29 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Tips: I initially used to think that Virginia Teach would be a very academic environment with less time for anything else but here you are encouraged to explore your interests outside of the classroom be it sports, volunteer ship or a hobby, you can really make the best out of everything that campus has to offer while getting a good quality education.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 5150
• Prepping time for classes29 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 87525

Tips: The MS thesis programme has good funding options than the MEng one. Be interview-ready before you join college. The college and academic curriculum will satisfy you. If you get a TA/RA, apart from a tuition waiver you will be paid 2000$ a month. Contact professors once you get admitted.

Likes (Part time work): The college has good academic finding options like TA/RA. Also, there are plenty of dining jobs. TA/RA comes with a tuition waiver while dining jobs pay 17$ per hour which can cover your living expenses. Time mana...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 800
• Prepping time for classes30 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 94475

Tips: I have been having a pretty good time so far at Virginia Tech as the campus is a truly lively and inclusive place. Try to stand out in classes as that will benefit you in the long run especially as you can take advantage of the numerous research opportunities present. The faculty is great and understanding so don't hesitate to ask any questions.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4900
• Prepping time for classes29 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 77500

Tips: I have become a lot more independent. A cultural shock I experienced was the small talk and greetings with strangers, which is not practised in India. I had a scholarship. I got it as I was a research assistant and a teaching assistant for 2 semesters. I am highly satisfied with the course however it gets stressful at times.

Likes (Internships): There are a lot of good opportunities for Civil Engineering. Since Virginia Tech is highly reputed in the civil department, it is not very difficult to find an internship. Th...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900
• Prepping time for classes30 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75350

Tips: It would be good to apply to graduate assistantships before hand, there are many opportunities but one needs to apply before the start of the semester. The university and courses is nice, but courses can get full at times to book sooner. Most courses are not so hectic and can be easily managed. Do spend time finding and communicating with an advisory for your MS thesis before you come here. Living expenses are not so much and there are many cheaper options too but students should start finding h...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1250
• Prepping time for classes20 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Tips: VT is a very good Engineering college. All engineering programs are good. Decent chance for getting funding, through TAships and RAships ( higher if you are doing a thesis, significantly low chance for non-thesis programs). TA and RA cover tuition fees, provide a stipend of around 2500$ per month, and health insurance. Getting a TA is kind of based on your profile, TOEFL score etc., so there is not much you can do ( like mailing someone) to get a TA. If you see any mail asking for TAs, just appl...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 700
• Prepping time for classes20 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Tips: I think ME is a developing department still and lacks some options in Robotics specialisation. On the other hand, bio-hybrid and Material Science has developed a lot and the faculty has some exciting research with a lot of exposure. Good resources for interdisciplinary studies.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 825
• Prepping time for classes13 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Tips: Blacksburg is not your regular city, it is a college town, so I would not expect a lot in terms of city vibe and events. All the people are super helpful, right from the graduate school to the international centre, all advisors are considerate. I managed to get a teaching assistantship at the ECE department which helped cover my monthly expenses. Overall, VT is a great place, a beautiful campus, good professors and research-oriented.

Likes (Public transportation): Blacksburg Transmit (the official public transportation) is ve...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1700
• Prepping time for classes20 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Tips: On campus jobs are always available. Multiple internships and co-ops are allowed (with no courses-conditions involved). The weather is pleasant. Public transportation is the best. Low rent rates and great availability of apartments. Safe university town. Top 4 for Power Electronics (Electrical Engineering). Best University for international students, hands down.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): I believe if you have a Ph.D. in STEM courses it is easier for you to get citizenship (given that you have your other requirements fulf...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 700
• Prepping time for classes50 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 84600

Tips: VT campus in Blacksburg is academically oriented with excellent curriculum. Students aiming to study and focus on their master's degree might find this place perfectly suitable. I can’t think of any disadvantages of the campus unless you want a city life. Also, it would be great if students can apply before deadlines and acquire some assistantship since there are ample opportunities.

Likes (Student Life): Blacksburg is absolutely beautiful, on top of that the campus is gorgeous surrounded with college buildings, it’s...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 798
• Prepping time for classes14 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 118378