Graduate Studies
The College of Humanities and Sciences offers a breadth of graduate degrees and certificates that originate from the sciences, social sciences and humanities disciplines.
Graduate programs in the College play a critical role in supporting VCU’s mission to advance our status as an urban public research university. Our programs directly or indirectly address society’s 21st century challenges with a focus on the development of knowledge through scientific investigations, scholarly contributions and creative works.
Graduate students have access to all the resources necessary for academic success, including technology and equipment, office and research space, and graduate assistantship support (contact specific program for information regarding stipend and tuition support).
Most importantly, our programs are committed to:
- providing a supportive positive mentoring relationship between faculty and students
- developing programs for graduate students that bridge graduate degrees to professional opportunities
- enhancing an appreciation for the critical importance of the cross fertilization of ideas and interdisciplinary approaches
Our Grad Students in the News
March 5, 2024
Regular e-cigarette use could lead to premature vascular dysfunction, VCU study finds
As the devices grow in popularity, researchers warn that young adult users are showing reduced blood vessel function
Feb. 15, 2024
In mind, body and digital souls, VCU doctoral student examines racism through the lenses of adolescence and parenting
Developmental psychology researcher Stephen Gibson explores the intersection of teen mental health, online experiences and parent-child communication.
Feb. 1, 2024
Through research and activism, VCU doctoral student explores gender, race, violence and culture – and wins American Society of Criminology award
In their studies, in front of a classroom and in digital work, Kay Coghill sheds light on misogynoir and helps survivors of sexual violence.