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
Sept. 23, 2025
VCU tied at No. 72 among best public universities in U.S. News ranking
Five undergraduate programs also are cited in the 2026 report, and VCU is in the top 100 of Best Colleges for Veterans.
Sept. 22, 2025
Peter Zucker, Ph.D., (M.S. ’80, Ph.D. ’83) is paying it forward with gratitude
The Department of Psychology alumnus reflects on his educational journey, its influence on his career in organization attunement and the joy of helping current students.
Sept. 17, 2025
Civil Rights Trail trip is historical and personal for VCU students
The summer journey from the Department of Political Science is experiential learning and, for senior Alexandra Hardesty and others, a reinforcement of passion.
Research @CHS
The College of Humanities and Sciences supports bold research and creative work addressing real-world challenges in Richmond and beyond.
Events
Digital Forensics: Not Just Cybercrime
Sept. 23, 12:30-1:45 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom)
Sept. 25, 7-8:30 p.m.
Cabell Library, Room 303
Sept. 25, 7-8 p.m.
STEM Building