Undo the status quo
With more than 100 graduate and professional degree programs — 20-plus of which are ranked in the top 50 by U.S. News & World Report — VCU is the destination for artists, engineers, doctors, designers and anyone else who wants to reimagine the human experience and tackle the problems of tomorrow.
Explore our programs
Supporting your success
Graduate school takes focus, dedication and hard work. We’re here to help you find your way and reach your goals faster.
Paying for grad school
From scholarships and grants to loans and assistantships, we offer plenty of resources aimed at making graduate school more affordable.
![](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_paying_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
![Photo of man in a research lab](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_paying_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
Career assistance
No matter where your plans will take you, we’re here to help you achieve your goals and enrich your career.
![](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_career_230322_028_aj_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
![Photo of people working in a research lab](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_career_230322_028_aj_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
Connecting with peers
Explore our graduate student organizations and find out how to connect with your classmates and empower your education.
![](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_connect_220425_039_km_sr_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
![Photo of people at a student event](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_connect_220425_039_km_sr_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
Student resources
From the academic guidance to personal support, VCU has a wealth of resources for graduate students.
![](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_resources_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
![Photo of students in the VCU Cabel Library](/media/vcu-homepage/assets/images/programs/graduate/R_resources_1600x1200_opt.jpg)
Quick facts
- 2,441 full-time faculty
- 5,800 graduate students