Scholarships & funding - Admissions - Virginia Commonwealth University

Scholarships are funds that are awarded to students to use toward their education and don’t need to be repaid.

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First-year student scholarships

All incoming first-year students who apply to VCU by Nov. 1 will be considered for the following university-level scholarships.

Transfer student scholarships

The university awards a limited number of scholarships to transfer applicants from the Virginia Community College System who have earned a minimum of 45 semester credit hours.

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Out-of-state student scholarships

If you’re an out-of-state, first-year student, you might qualify for a four-year, merit-based scholarship.

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Athletic scholarships

Aid is available for each VCU athletic team. Connect with the athletic department to learn more.

Graduate funding

The Graduate School connects graduate students with funding opportunities including scholarships, assistantships and fellowships, and more.

All about financial aid

Visit our Student Financial Services site to learn about scholarships and aid such as grants, Federal Work-Study and more. Plus, you can learn how aid works and find detailed instructions on how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

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