VirIndustrial and Systems EngineeringVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Program Info

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

Historical admission data is not published.

Statement of purpose

250 words or less (catalog).

CV or resume

Required supplemental material per catalog.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three required through the online application.

Official transcript(s)

For all prior college-level coursework; submitted through the online application.

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0/4.0; Minimum GPA published in Graduate Catalog admission requirements. Strong academic background commensurate with desired concentration expected.
IELTS: 6.5 overall; Accepted alternative to TOEFL when English proficiency proof is required.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4.5 each component) | Old scale: 90 overall (20 each subsection); Catalog / Graduate School minimum for applicable international applicants; some departments may require higher.; For TOEFL tests taken before 21 January 2026 when that scale applies under Graduate School policy.
GRE: Optional; GRE scores are not required, but are encouraged for applicants who feel they lack a sufficient or competitive academic background.