School Summary

Virginia Commonwealth University


General Information:

Founded in 1838, Virginia Commonwealth University is seated on 198 acres located in Independent City county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 16:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 4 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 3085. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

901 West Franklin Street

Richmond, VA
23284
For more information call: 804 828-0100. This school has a website at https://www.vcu.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://www.vcu.edu/admissions/apply


Application Deadline: January
Application Fee: $70
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Tests Required for some Students: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $13,200.00 $35,674.00
Room and Board $14,268.00 $14,268.00
Fees $3,520.00 $3,520.00
Total $30,988.00 $53,462.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.vcu.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.


Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 11% 7%
600-699 39% 27%
500-599 33% 41%
400-499 15% 20%
300-399 2% 5%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 29%
24-29 39%
18-23 23%
12-17 9%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 2%
11-25% 6.00%
26-50% 21.00%
Under 50% 71.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Field hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Equestrian sports, Fencing, Field hockey, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Skiing (downhill), Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Weight lifting, Wrestling, Cross-country running

Archery, Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Equestrian sports, Fencing, Field hockey, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Skiing (downhill), Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Weight lifting, Wrestling, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Field hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 7,741
Female 13,464
Total 21,205


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 10,018
Female 18,220
Total 28,238

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 14%
African American 22%
Hispanic 11%
Native American 0%
White 41%
Other 12%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 92%
At Least 25 Years Old 8%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 94%
Out Of State 6%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 28%
Live Off Campus 72%


Welcome Week, Intercultural Festival, Homecoming


No school organizations data available.


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 16.0101                                           Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 13.1001                                           Special Education and Teaching, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 50.0301                                           Dance, General
  • 51.3818                                           Nursing Practice
  • 50.0408                                           Interior Design
  • 03.0103                                           Environmental Studies
  • 38.0101                                           Philosophy
  • 11.0401                                           Information Science/Studies
  • 50.0201                                           Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry
  • 09.0102                                           Mass Communication/Media Studies
  • 26.1103                                           Bioinformatics
  • 52.0601                                           Business/Managerial Economics
  • 45.1201                                           Urban Studies/Affairs
  • 43.0406                                           Forensic Science and Technology
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 05.0201                                           African-American/Black Studies
  • 05.0207                                           Women's Studies
  • 38.0201                                           Religion/Religious Studies
  • 50.0605                                           Photography
  • 31.0101                                           Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
  • 50.0703                                           Art History, Criticism and Conservation
  • 45.0201                                           Anthropology, General
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 14.0901                                           Computer Engineering, General
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 30.0101                                           Biological and Physical Sciences
  • 50.0709                                           Sculpture
  • 50.0708                                           Painting
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 50.0409                                           Graphic Design
  • 50.0407                                           Fashion/Apparel Design
  • 52.1005                                           Human Resources Development
  • 14.0501                                           Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
  • 14.1001                                           Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • 14.1901                                           Mechanical Engineering
  • 14.0701                                           Chemical Engineering
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 51.0602                                           Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
  • 50.0602                                           Cinematography and Film/Video Production
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 52.1501                                           Real Estate
  • 51.0701                                           Health/Health Care Administration/Management
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1307                                           Health Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 50.0410                                           Illustration
  • 51.0911                                           Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
  • 50.0499                                           Design and Applied Arts, Other
  • 52.0899                                           Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
  • 43.9999                                           Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • 05.0199                                           Area Studies, Other
  • 43.0106                                           Forensic Science and Technology

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.