Virginia Polytechnic and State University
the university
Founded in 1872 as a land-grant college named Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College, Virginia Tech is now a comprehensive, innovative research university with the largest number of degree offerings in Virginia, more than 125 campus buildings, a 2,600-acre main campus, off-campus educational facilities in six regions, and a 1,700-acre agriculture research farm near the main campus. The campus proper is located in the town of Blacksburg in Montgomery County in the New River Valley and is 38 miles southwest of Roanoke.
Mission:
Through a combination of its three missions of teaching and learning, research and discovery, and outreach and engagement, Virginia Tech continually strives to accomplish the charge of its motto: Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).
Blacksburg is a large town nestled on a plateau between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains, the Town of Blacksburg is part of Montgomery County in the heart of Southwest Virginia’s New River Valley. Because of the town’s award-winning services, reasonable cost of living, safety, moderate climate, and abundant leisure activities, Blacksburg is consistently ranked among the country’s best places to live and has a nationwide reputation as a well-managed, stable, and forward-looking community.
Student Body Breakdown:
Student:Teacher |
White students — 70% |
admissions
| Courses/ Tests | Requirement | Currently Attained |
| English | 8 sem. | 5 sem. |
| Mathematics | 6 sem. | 8 sem. |
| Lab Science | 4 sem. | 4 sem. |
| Social Science | 4 sem. | 4 sem. |
| Language | 6 sem. | 4 sem. |
| SAT Reading | 540 - 630 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 570 - 670 | 720 |
| SAT Writing | 530 - 630 | 540 |
the degree
Aerospace and Ocean Engineering Program:
The aerospace and ocean engineering department offers two bachelor of science degree programs which share a
broad range of common interests. Students in the department may major in either aerospace engineering or
ocean engineering. Many of the course requirements for these degrees are common because the two curricula
share a broad range of common interests. Both programs offer a wide range of technical electives. Students
with an interest in both majors may enroll in a double degree program.
The objectives of the Ocean Engineering program includes the preparation of students for entry level
positions and graduate study in the field of ocean vehicle engineering. The department seeks to provide
students with a strong background in fundamentals, including theoretical, experimental, and computational
aspects of science and engineering which will facilitate lifelong learning and the ability to pursue
advanced study. It also seeks to provide students with a broad education in the ocean vehicle field with
coverage of the areas of fluid dynamics, vehicle dynamics and control, propulsion, and structures,
including an emphasis on design and synthesis in a team environment.
Ocean Engineering Major:
An Ocean Engineering major will provide the student with a strong background in fundamentals, such as theoretical, experimental, and computational aspects of science and engineering. Further, majoring in Ocean Engineering will provide one with a knowledge in several aspects of ocean vehicles including fluid dynamics, vehicle dynamics and control, propulsion, and structures. With this education, I will have the knowledge necessary to understand most all aspects of vessel design and how to effectively counter obstacles in ocean vehicle design.
Required Courses:
| Course Subject | Course Number | Credits |
Aerospace/ Ocean Engineering (AOE) |
2074, 2204, 3014, 3024, 3034, 3044, 3054, 3094, 3204, 3224, 3264, 4065, 4066, 4214, 4244, 4334, 4254 | 49 |
| Chemistry (CHEM) | 1074, 1084 | 4 |
| Engineering Education (ENGE) | 1024, 1114 | 4 |
| Engineering Science (ESM) | 2104, 2204, 2304 | 9 |
| English (ENGL) | 1105, 1106 | 6 |
| Mathematics (MATH) | 1114, 1205, 1206, 1224, 2214, 2224, 4564 | 19 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 3134 | 3 |
| Physics (PHYS) | 2305, 2306 | 8 |
| Statistics (STAT) | 4604 | 3 |
| Electives | 31 | |
| Total Creditsm | 136 | |
Timeline:
Enroll at Virginia Polytechnic University |
Enroll in the Aeronautical and Ocean Engineering Program |
Specialize in Ocean Vehicle Engineering |
Earn B. S. in Ocean Engineering |
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| Freshmen Year | Sophomore Year | Junior Year | Senior Year | ||||
Rush for a Fraternity |
Participate in Intramural's |
Watch a postseason Red Sox Game |
Begin searching for a small aircraft |
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costs
Tuition:
| Out-of-state Tuition | $21,488 |
| Room & Board | $5,824 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,080 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,500 |
| Transportation Expenses | $2,980 |
| Per-year Costsm | $32,872 |
| Total Costm | $131,488 |
Scholarships/ Loans:
Virginia Tech General Scholarship
- US Citizen
- File a FAFSA
- Maintain full-time enrollment
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0
This scholarship varies in value depending upon qualifications.
College of Engineering Dean's Scholarship/ Davenport Leadership Scholarship
- Strong academic credentials, outstanding community service, and demonstrated leadership potential
- SAT above 1110
- GPA above 4.0
This scholarship is worth $5000/ year if a 3.5 GPA is maintained.
Unsubsidized Stafford Loan
- Government Loan worth $6000 the first two years, $7000 the third and $12,000 for every subsequent year.
- 6.8% APR, payment can be defferred until graduation.
I do not qualify for the Subsidized Stafford Loan because I do not qualify as financial need.