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Virginia Commonwealth University, or VCU, is a large, public research university located in downtown Richmond, Virginia, United States. It was founded in 1968 as a result of a merger between Richmond Professional Institute and Medical College of Virginia. VCU is one of the Virginia universities rated RU/ H (Research Universities (high research activity) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
Virginia Commonwealth University’s sports teams are nicknamed the Rams. They compete in the NCAA Division I sports.
The most common major fields study at the school include design and fine arts.
Virginia Commonwealth University does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 480 to 580 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 480 and 580.
Some professors at Virginia Commonwealth University are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
Virginia Commonwealth University, in 2007, had 31,700 students (25,890 full-time equivalent).
Athletic teams at the school belong to the Colonial Athletic Association for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Virginia Commonwealth University
910 W Franklin St
Richmond, VA 23284-2512
General Phone: (804) 828-0100
http://www.vcu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 675 | business management, accounting, marketing, managerial economics, non-profit management, business, taxation, human resources, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 632 | English, history, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, political science, urban studies, foreign language and literature, area studies, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 509 | educational administration, education, health teaching, art education, special ed, school counseling, instructional media design, curriculum and instruction, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 491 | psychology, physical therapy, patient counseling, genetic counseling |
| Medicine | 404 | medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, dental clinical sciences, public health, health professions |
| Science | 388 | biology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences, physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, physics, bacteriology, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 335 | registered nursing, various nursing, nurse anesthetist, nursing science |
| Family And Social Work | 331 | social work, public administration, adult development and aging |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 308 | criminal justice and administration, forensic science, criminal justice and safety, security and protective services |
| Media | 276 | mass communication |
| Design | 230 | fashion design, graphic design, illustration, design and applied arts, interior design, design and visual communication |
| Fine Arts | 173 | crafts and folk art, sculpture, painting, fine arts studies, art history and criticism |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 156 | parks and recreation studies, vocational counseling, occupational therapy |
| Engineering | 149 | mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering, chemical engineering |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 130 | information science, computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Medical Support And Technology | 87 | radiographer, clinical lab tech, dental hygienist |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 63 | drama, dance |
| Medical Administration | 59 | health care administration, pharmacy courses |
| Music | 58 | music performance |
| Religion And Philosophy | 43 | religion, philosophy |
| Mathematics | 33 | mathematics |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 29 | photography |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 23 | environmental studies |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 3 | real estate |
Number of programs and degrees for Virginia Commonwealth University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 3,306 | 59 |
| Master's degree | 1,478 | 61 |
| First-professional degree | 357 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 191 | 22 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 171 | 26 |
| Post-master's certificate | 80 | 5 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 2 | 1 |
In 2007, Virginia Commonwealth University had a total enrollment of 31,700 students (25,890 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 68% |
| Graduate | 28% |
| First Professional | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 90% |
| State unknown | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Virginia Commonwealth University offers campus housing for 4,855 of its 25,890 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Richmond, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 15,163 | 9,332 | 62% | 3,887 | 42% |
| Men | 6,121 | 3,908 | 64% | 1,655 | 42% |
| Women | 9,042 | 5,423 | 60% | 2,232 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 580 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 95% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,196 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,740 |
| Room and board | $ 8,162 |
| Room charge | $ 4,497 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,290 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,240 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,700 |
Financial Aid:
Virginia Commonwealth University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 373500)
Virginia Commonwealth University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 472 | 200 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 147 | 119 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 470 | 471 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 62 | $140,973 | 22 | $127,620 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 59 | $96,486 | 34 | $96,107 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 43 | $86,804 | 88 | $76,458 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 26 | $57,709 | 100 | $59,770 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 190 | $103,505 | 244 | $76,970 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 99 | $105,883 | 27 | $93,977 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 124 | $81,241 | 94 | $77,126 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 109 | $62,882 | 108 | $58,141 |
| Instructor | academic year | 35 | $46,529 | 55 | $44,424 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 367 | $79,125 | 284 | $65,175 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Colonial Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Colonial Athletic Association |
| Track | Colonial Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 68 | 91 | 159 |
| Track | 8 | 32 | 40 |
| Basketball | 13 | 10 | 23 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 49 | 74 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Design and Visual Communications, General
Fashion/Apparel Design
Graphic Design
Illustration
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Art Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Health Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
Painting
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Anthropology
Area Studies, Other
Cartography
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Historic Preservation and Conservation
History, General
Language Interpretation and Translation
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
MEDICINE
Dental Clinical Sciences, General (MS, PhD)
Dentistry (DDS, DMD)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medicine (MD)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Photography
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Anatomy
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biostatistics
Chemistry, General
Human/Medical Genetics
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
Natural Sciences
Pharmacology
Physics, General
Physiology, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling
Genetic Counseling/Counselor
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Virginia Commonwealth University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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