by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,698 undergraduates in 2020, VMI is a small, public school located in Lexington, Virginia. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, VMI offers a “study abroad” program.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the school provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit VMI Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", VMI does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit VMI Veteran Services . For more information, check out our VMI for Veterans Guide.
VMI not only offers on-campus housing, they require freshmen to live on campus. If you are a returning adult or veteran, you can inquire about being exempted from such a requirement.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
VMI has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,698 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,698 (100.0%). Part-time attendance was N/A (N/A).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,698 | N/A | 1,698 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, VMI is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank VMI #2437 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at VMI by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the VMI Diversity Guide.
VMI has a total of 530 student athletes, 420 men and 110 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $11,092,351 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $11,092,351 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Virginia Military Institute Athletics