Defining: Transformation

Our curriculum emphasizes collaboration, experiential learning and solutions to real problems facing Richmond. 

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Opportunity

We serve high-achieving students from all disciplines who want to discover their passions, connect with a diverse student body and make an impact in their community.

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Engagement

Our students are active, engaged and contributing members in the VCU and Richmond community. We create a culture of learning from embracing academic diversity, small class sizes, personalized advising and more. 

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News

A student participates in a Clash of Ideas course

Nov. 4, 2026

In this unique Honors class, students role-play their way into history

If you walk by an Honors College classroom at Virginia Commonwealth University this semester, you might hear a judge’s plea for order, or an Enlightenment-era philosopher’s speech against the church.

Christian Washington's headshot

Oct. 15, 2026

Honors Junior wins Voyager Scholarship for Public Service from Obama Foundation

Virginia Commonwealth University sophomore has been selected as a recipient of the 2026-28 Voyager Scholarship, a national award for students who embrace an expansive view of what is possible through public service.  

Christy Tyndall's headshot

Sept. 10, 2026

Honors faculty member receives prestigious award for teaching excellence

A Virginia Commonwealth University Honors College faculty member has been selected for a prestigious annual award given to faculty at VCU who “push the boundaries of their disciplines, forge collaboration and catalyze new ways of thinking and learning.”

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