Students pursing a major in sustainable biomaterials are working to build a 鈥済reener鈥� future through the innovative use of sustainable natural resources to make the cutting-edge products our society needs. This major applies STEM disciplines to renewable natural materials. You'll learn about the use of these materials in the consumer products, green construction, and biofuel industries. In addition, you'll also acquire the skills and knowledge needed to produce and market these materials. Students majoring in sustainable biomaterials take common core courses in the following areas: wood, design, and craftsmanship; structure and properties of sustainable biomaterials; forest products marketing; business management; biodeterioration, bioconversion, and bioenergy; and entrepreneurial wood design and innovation.
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September 2025
Virginia Tech
925 Prices Fork Road,
BLACKSBURG,
Virginia,
24061, United States
Before you can be considered for freshman admission, you must complete:
3 units of math (includes algebra I, geometry, and algebra II)
2 units of laboratory science (chosen from biology, chemistry or physics)
additional academic units (foreign language is highly recommended)
Some majors have other requirements, such as an additional year of advanced math or lab science. Most students who are selected for admission have completed more than the minimum requirements and have at least a B+ grade point average.
English Language Requirements:
Students taking the IELTS must obtain a score of at least 6.5, with no sub-score below 6.5 to be considered for admission to Virginia Tech. Students taking the PTE must obtain a score of at least 53. Depending on the type of TOEFL used, Virginia Tech expects students to have scores of: Internet-based test: at least 80, with no section sub-score less than 16; Computer-based test: at least 233; Paper-based test: at least 550. Application Deadline: Fall - January 15 (Regular Decision).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
