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BCI Application Information

Rising high school juniors and seniors may now use the links below to apply to be a part of a 2023 cohort of the Black College Institute here at Virginia Tech.

Rising High School Juniors
click here to apply
Rising High School Seniors
click here to apply

To Apply you will need:

  • Personal information
  • Contact information
  • Demographic information
  • Family information
  • High school information
  • Awards/ Recognitions (if available)
  • Extracurricular Activities, jobs or any community involvement.
  • Academics
    • Students will self report their GPA and the current core classes enrolled in (English, Math, Science, History).
  • One short essay (No more than 120 words)
    • Essay 1 - This program is for high achieving academically curious students interested in the African-American experience. Please indicate why you believe you should be selected.
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Selection

  • Each program can accommodate 200 students.
  • Preference is given to students showing continued interest in BCI by participation in previous program, BCI Junior program.
  • Preference is given to students showing interest or aptitude in a current degree granting program offered at Virginia Tech through academic or extracurricular activities.
  • Students will be notified of final decisions by e-mail on April 25.
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Please contact us with questions at bci@vt.edu