Direct to Tech
Join the fast track to grad school and careers in tech
Roanoke College students are eligible for direct admission into Virginia Tech's master of engineering programs in either computer engineering or computer science and applications.
That includes an option to earn your master's in just one year, instead of two, as part of a 4+1 dual enrollment track. This partnership accelerates your path into graduate school and into a career in the cutting-edge world of tech.
FAQ
How does it work?
Direct to Tech means our students have a direct conduit into Virginia Tech's graduate school program. There are three tracks to the partnership:
- Direct admission for computer science majors
- Direct admission for other majors who've completed specified courses
- Early admission into a 4+1 track that allows students to count courses taken at Roanoke College toward their graduate school requirements at Virginia Tech
What are the requirements?
The direct admission track for computer science majors requires a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. Students also must meet other application requirements including submitting a letter of recommendation. Click here for more.
The direct admission track for other majors requires a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 with a recommendation to maintain a GPA of 3.3. Students also must meet other application requirements and complete specified introductory computer science courses. Click here for more.
The 4+1 track requires a minimum overall GPA of 3.3 at the time of application. Students also must meet other application requirements. Once accepted, a student must earn a B or higher in each course that counts toward their dual enrollment criteria. Click here for more.
How do I apply?
There are multiple pathways into the program depending on your track (click here for more). No GRE scores are required, and application fees are waived upon request. Students interested in the 4+1 track are encouraged to apply during their junior year to get the full benefit of the dual enrollment opportunity.
Professor Durell Bouchard can advise students through the application process.
News
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The announcement comes amid a larger, historic investment by state leaders and employers to grow Virginia’s workforce in high-priority tech fields.
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“We know that the commonwealth needs more engineers, more computer scientists,” President Frank Shushok Jr. said. “And we’re thrilled that this initiative helps elevate the number of engineers and computer scientists in the region.”
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The Direct to Tech program is new, and Roanoke College is the first partner school to be announced.
