Virginia Commonwealth University
910 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23284
(804) 828-0100
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 34870
Type: Public 4-year or above
Main Website: www.vcu.edu/
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $12,398.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $29,043.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $47,104.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 500 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 600 |
| SAT Writing | 490 | 590 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 27 |
| ACT English | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Writing |
*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 79% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 29% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,359.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 53% |
| Average state aid | $5,739.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 43% |
| Average institutional aid | $4,872.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 57% |
| Average student loan | $7,218.00 |
- Degrees
- POSTSECONDARY AWARD, CERTIFICATE, OR DIPLOMA (AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 ACADEMIC YEARS)
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- POSTBACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- POST-MASTER'S CERTIFICATE
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- Majors
- Accounting
- Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
- Adult Development and Aging
- African-american/Black Studies
- Anatomy
- Anthropology
- Area Studies
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
- Art Teacher Education
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
- Bioinformatics
- Biological and Physical Sciences
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biostatistics
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Business/Managerial Economics
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling
- Clinical Psychology
- College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance
- Computer Engineering
- Counseling Psychology
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
- Crafts/Craft Design, Folk art and Artisanry
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice/law Enforcement Administration
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Dance
- Dental Clinical Sciences
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Dentistry
- Design and Applied Arts
- Design and Visual Communications
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Education
- Education/Teaching of Individuals With Autism
- Education/Teaching of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Educational/Instructional Technology
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Engineering
- English Language and Literature
- Environmental Studies
- Epidemiology
- Exercise Physiology
- Fashion/Apparel Design
- Finance and Financial Management Services
- Fine Arts and art Studies
- Foreign Languages and Literatures
- Forensic Science and Technology
- Genetic Counseling/Counselor
- Geographic Information Science and Cartography
- Graphic Design
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
- Health Teacher Education
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- Historic Preservation and Conservation
- History
- Homeland Security, law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Human/Medical Genetics
- Illustration
- Information Science/Studies
- Interior Design
- Language Interpretation and Translation
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Mathematics
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
- Medicine
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Music Performance
- Nanotechnology
- Natural Sciences
- Neuroscience
- Non-profit/Public/Organizational Management
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Nursing Practice
- Nursing Science
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist
- Painting
- Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
- Pathology/Experimental Pathology
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
- Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
- Philosophy
- Photography
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Physics
- Physiology
- Political Science and Government
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Public Health Education and Promotion
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Reading Teacher Education
- Real Estate
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Sculpture
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Special Education and Teaching
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
- Statistics
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
- Taxation
- Transportation and Materials Moving
- Urban Studies/Affairs
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
- Women's Studies
- Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Virginia Commonwealth University Scholarships
Student Scholarships
Scholarship for graduate students attending Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Various awards are offered based criteria established by donors such as, financial need, academic merit, community service, leadership, geographic considerations, specialty choice, etc. Due dates, number of awards and award amounts vary. more...
Advertising Age Media Scholarship
Scholarship for Asian-American, Hispanic American, African-American, Native-American incoming graduate students enrolled full-time at the Virginia Commonwealth University Adcenter's Creative Media Planning program. Students must be U.S. citizens/permanent residents, have financial need, and demonstrate promise in media planning and/or buying. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
Florence L. Smith Medical Scholarship
Scholarship for South Hampton Roads, Virginia residents who are graduate students enrolled full-time at Eastern Virginia Medical School, the University of Virginia School of Medicine, or Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Students must have financial need and be longtime Virginia residents. Number of awards may vary. A personal statement and a copy of parent's income tax return must be included with application packet. Renewable. more...
Forbes Media Scholarship
Scholarship for African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, Native American, multiracial, or multiethnic graduate students enrolled at the Virginia Commonwealth University Adcenter majoring in Advertising with a concentration in Media. Students must demonstrate financial need, commitment, leadership skills, and be U.S. citizens/permanent residents. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
Virginia Scholarships
Edna T. Shaeffer Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending James Madison University full-time, majoring in Music. Preference given to members of the Madison Singers, Chorale, or Glee Club legacies. Due date and number of awards varies. more...
Hopwood Scholarship (A)
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolling full-time at Lynchburg College. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and a minimum 1100 SAT score OR a minimum 3.25 GPA and a minimum 1200 SAT score OR a minimum 3.0 GPA and a minimum 1250 SAT score. Students will be automatically considered upon admission. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
Jerome J. Kern Music Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Old Dominion University pursuing a major in Music. Applicants must have exceptional musical ability. An audition is required. Number of awards and award amount may vary. more...
Zane D. Showker Business Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate junior or senior students attending James Madison University full-time, enrolled in the College of Business. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate leadership skills. Due date and number of awards varies. more...
Jeannine Mary Pfeifle
Scholarship for undergraduate seniors attending Mary Washington University (UMW) full-time, who have been enrolled at UMW since their freshman year. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen; and in descending order of priority, the daughter or son of a U.S. Marine or Navy serviceman; have a minimum 2.7 GPA; have demonstrated positive participation in campus activities. Number of awards and award amount varies. more...
Harold Pierce Scholarship
Scholarship for Massachusetts residents who are undergraduate students attending a UNCF member college or university. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and financial need. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Barton Heights United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for undergraduate students who are United Methodist students attending Randolph-Macon College. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Transfer Grant
Scholarship for transferring undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Bridgewater College. Students must have earned a minimum of 12 transferable credits and not previously attended Bridgewater College. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
Leroy S. Edwards Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Randolph-Macon College majoring in History. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Forehand Scholarship Fund
Scholarship for Chesapeake, Virginia area residents who are undergraduate students attending Randolph-Macon College. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...