Embrace the And
At VCU’s College of Humanities and Sciences, we feel passionately about the possibilities the “and” in the College of Humanities and Sciences represents. That’s why you see the ampersand–our &–everywhere! 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. You will also combine a solid liberal arts foundation with job readiness. With two schools, 18 departments and three programs, you have a lot of options—and we'd love to have you join us.
Did you know?
"A majority of employers view the learning outcomes that define a contemporary liberal education ... to be 'very important' for success in the workforce."

News
July 8, 2025
Family ties, including a father’s illness, propel a son’s research journey
VCU biology major Nic Carwile finds special resonance in his prestigious summer internship in Germany.
July 3, 2025
Robert Sims, an architect of VCU’s Spanish studies, retires after a half-century
The School of World Studies professor influenced countless students – and donated thousands of books to VCU Libraries.
July 1, 2025
Chris Gough appointed director of the VCU Rice Rivers Center
Gough is a biology professor and graduate program director in the School of Life Sciences and Sustainability.

Research @CHS
The College of Humanities and Sciences supports bold research and creative work addressing real-world challenges in Richmond and beyond.