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What are my chances of being accepted if I apply?
Our graduate program is very competitive. GPAs of accepted students are usually on the order of 3.5 and above. GRE scores of accepted students are typically 1200 (Verbal + Quantitative) or higher. For international students, TOEFL minimum score requirements are 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer based) and 100 (Internet based). Recommendations are weighed heavily as are previous research experience, and program needs.
Does SBES require the GREs?
Yes. All SBES applicants must submit GRE scores, including those applying for the 5yr. BS/MS program. Detailed information about test score requirements is provided here.
Where should I send my supplemental application materials?
You will send supplemental materials to two different places. The SBES applications instructions provides complete information about “what to send where” along with pertinent address information. Transcripts and test scores go to both places. All other materials should be sent directly to the Graduate Coordinator at SBES in Blacksburg.
Do you accept paper applications?
The online application is the preferred method for applying since it is fast, editable, and efficient. Under certain circumstances paper applications can be requested from gradrecr@vt.edu or from the Graduate Admission Office at Wake Forest, but we discourage this because paper applications entail a much slower and more cumbersome process. Online applications will be processed first.
How do I designate my choice of campus on the application form?
At the beginning of the online application you will be asked to designate a campus choice using a drop-down menu. All SBES applicants must choose “Blacksburg (Main)” as an answer for this question since Wake Forest is not listed as a campus choice. HOWEVER, on page 6 of the application which is the Biomedical Supplemental Form you will be asked about your campus choice again. Here you may indicate “Blacksburg (VT)”, “Winston-Salem (WFU)”, or “Either”. This ‘second entry’ of campus choice is the one we will be processing.
Do you accept applications for Spring semesters?
No. We only process applications for Fall semesters – we do not start new students in the spring.
Does SBES do “pre-reviews” of applications?
No. We do not do “pre-reviews” of applications or of partial applicant information. We are only able to evaluate your materials in the form of an official application made to the Graduate School.
Can I get a waiver on the application fee under special circumstances?
SBES is not involved in making decisions regarding waivers of application fees. This is handled solely by the Graduate School. Contact them (gradappl@vt.edu) if you have questions.
What's the best way to check my application status?
You will be able to view the status of your application at the Virginia Tech Information System’s website. For your protection, information on application status cannot be released by telephone. Official notification will be sent by postal mail. Estimated dates for decisions to be posted is April 1 through April 15th for complete applications received by Jan. 15th. Please be aware that the on-line status only indicates if the application is complete at the VT Graduate School, not necessarily with the School of Biomedical Engineering & Sciences.
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