Virginia Tech Acceptance Rate.

Hi everyone!
Can someone give me a good 1-2 solid reason(s) as to why the acceptance rate of Virginia Tech is so high (71%) even though it is ranked 16 across the US in Engineering dept (Undergraduate) by the US World News and Report.
Generally, schools with so good Eng reputation has a low acceptance rate, but it is not in the case of Virginia Tech. Why?

Ps:- I know the term ‘good’ is relative, but still 71% is quite high. Isn’t it?

Your question has been discussed recently here:

http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/virginia-tech/1974081-why-is-virginia-tech-not-more-competitive.html#latest

Thanks man! :smiley: