The Multicultural Academic Opportunities Program (MAOP) founded in 1993, is an academic success community founded upon the principles of self-help, mentoring, and peer support. Central to the goal of MAOP is the promotion of diversification in the student body at Virginia Tech and on the post graduate level - particularly in the science, math, and technology areas. Through a partnership with various departments at Virginia Tech, other colleges and university peers, governmental, private, and non-profit institutions, MAOP participants are supported with academic guidance and financial support.

The MAOP community is open to all students who demonstrate a clear commitment to the pursuit of academic excellence and are interested in the promotion of diversity in an ever global community. The MAOP Family of programs includes opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students. We encourage you to learn more about these opportunities and to apply for consideration.