Embrace the &
At VCU’s College of Humanities and Sciences, we feel passionately about the possibilities the “and” in the College of Humanities and Sciences represents. As a student, you have the opportunity to take courses across multiple disciplines and, if you want, pursue a minor, certificate program, or double major. With two schools, 17 departments and three programs, you have a lot of options—and we'd love to have you join us.
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"A majority of employers view the learning outcomes that define a contemporary liberal education ... to be 'very important' for success in the workforce."

News
June 1, 2023
R. McKenna Brown, founding director of VCU’s School of World Studies, retires after 28 years
An expert in Maya culture and language, Brown expanded global learning and international partnerships for students and supported faculty development.
June 1, 2023
New VCU certificate program will train crime lab analysts
Addressing national demand, the 18-month curriculum in forensic firearms examination broadens VCU’s footprint in the field.
May 30, 2023
20 years after the establishment of the African American studies major at VCU, a look back at the program’s history and impact
Since its origins more than five decades ago, the program has developed into a ‘hub for Black intellectual thought.’

Equity, inclusion and diversity @CHS
We're committed to promoting experiences and fueling behaviors that support a welcoming and affirming environment.
Learn more about equity, inclusion and diversity in the College of Humanities and Sciences.