Blacksburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Humanities for Public Service in Virginia Beach United States | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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Virginia Beach United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,362
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Humanities for Public Service degree embodies Virginia Tech's Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) philosophy through practical application. This program showcases how students and graduates dedicate themselves to serving both local communities and global society. Coursework equips learners to address contemporary religious and cultural challenges, while offering opportunities to collaborate with professors on focused subjects ranging from Appalachian environmental concerns to AI's societal effects. Students gain hands-on experience through required internships that enhance professional readiness.
Career Paths Include: Tech innovation, Nonprofit leadership, Urban planning and governance, Healthcare fields, Eco-conscious growth
International relations, Academic instruction, News media
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
First-year applicants who have attended high school or have been home-educated outside of the U.S. at any point will need to submit their transcript(s) for review.
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Tuition
USD
34,362