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Undergraduate Studies

The College of Humanities and Sciences includes the core disciplines in the sciences, social sciences and humanities.

We are also home to programs in the health sciences and for education in the liberal arts and sciences for future teachers. In the College, we have more than 450 full time faculty members, and more than 50% of VCU undergraduates have at least one major in the College. And although that may sound big, we offer a small school experience, with a very supportive atmosphere that will offer you many opportunities to build connections with our faculty, advisers, mentors and with your fellow students.

We deeply care about every single one of our students and we are committed to help each student find their passion in life, while preparing each of our students for a very successful career. We can provide you with spectacular opportunities:

  • to study abroad and work with people from a range of countries
  • to conduct research
  • to pursue starting your own business and become a successful entrepreneur
  • to pursue exciting internships to help launch your careers
  • to enroll in service learning courses that make a difference in our local community

Our vision is to inspire our students to explore their passions and dreams as individuals, and provide the context to understand their place in the world and connections with others — locally, globally and throughout time. We not only attempt to prepare students for employment, but also aspire to help them construct a foundation on which they will build rich and deeply meaningful lives and careers.

Want to know more about VCU's College of Humanities and Sciences? Have questions about our many departments and schools? Kenedy Edmonds, recruitment coordinator, has answers. You can reach her at askchs@vcu.edu.

Our Undergrads in the News

VCU InSight students take the lead on every aspect of the program’s regular newscasts. (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

April 25, 2024

Capital News Service and VCU InSight, two powerful proving grounds for journalism students, reach notable milestones

The long-running programs not only prepare students for careers in journalism but also serve as vital sources of local and regional news for audiences throughout Virginia.

Nyla Harris, a junior biology major and aspiring doctor, helped save a restaurant customer’s life in March. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

April 23, 2024

With quick thinking and CPR skills, pre-med student Nyla Harris helped save a restaurant customer’s life

VCU junior’s spring break brunch turned into an emergency scene at Chesterfield County diner.

Twin sisters Anna (left) and Gabby Carter, who will graduate in May, are both majoring in anthropology and minoring in art history at VCU. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

April 22, 2024

Class of 2024: Identical twins Gabby and Anna Carter have traveled their own paths – often together

Anthropology majors and art history minors have embraced the humanities and opportunities to work in the field.