What division is VMI?

VMI competes at the NCAA Division I FCS level in the Southern.

What GPA do you need for VMI?

The average GPA at VMI is 3.5. This is a highly selective academic program.

VMI has an enrollment of approximately 1,527 students in a small_town setting.

What is the acceptance rate at VMI?

VMI has an acceptance rate of 71%.

How do I get recruited to play at VMI?

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VMI

Lexington, VAFCSSouthern

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NCAA Division I FCS

Division

1,527

Enrollment

3.5

Avg GPA

71%

Acceptance

76%

Graduation

81%

Retention

VMI is a NCAA Division I FCS program competing in the Southern. Located in Lexington, VA with an enrollment of 1,527 students. Average GPA: 3.5. Acceptance rate: 71%. Graduation rate: 76%. Small Town campus setting. Moderate climate. Explore football, basketball, and track & field recruiting data, coaching staff, and Fit Score matching on RawRecruit.

Last updated: April 2026

Academics

Avg GPA

3.5

Graduation

76%

Acceptance

71%

Student:Faculty

9:1

Avg SAT

1,183

Retention

81%

Campus & Location

Setting

Small Town

Climate

Moderate

Median Earnings

$63,545

Coaching Staff109 coaches across all sports

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About VMI Athletics

VMI is a NCAA Division I FCS athletic program located in Lexington, VA, competing in the Southern. With an enrollment of 1,527 students, VMI offers a small, close-knit campus environment for student-athletes. Whether you're a football player, basketball player, or track & field athlete, VMI has programs and coaching staff across multiple sports.

The average GPA for athletes at VMI is 3.5. The school maintains a 76% graduation rate.

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