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Applying to VCU

VCU is home to nearly 1,200 international students from 103 countries. As one of the top research universities in the U.S., we appreciate the global perspective and culture international students bring to our vibrant campus.

The instructions in this section are for international undergraduate and graduate applicants, including non-immigrants who are currently residing outside of the U.S. and plan to come on an F1 or J1 visa and non-immigrants currently residing in the U.S. under a visa.

If you're ready to get started as an international applicant, choose from the options below to learn about the process for undergraduate or graduate international students.

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Find undergraduate international details

Learn about required application materials and deadlines, and access forms that you must submit as an international undergraduate applicant.

Access international graduate requirements

Find forms and required materials you will need to apply to VCU as an international graduate applicant.

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Don't miss an international application deadline.

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A​t every single point of the ​college ​process, from the application to orientation, I felt like I was part of ​the VCU ​community.
Kejdi Abazi, health, physical education and exercise science graduate

Find support from the Global Education Office

From student visas to immigration advising and support finding your on-campus community, VCU's Global Education Office is here to help.

Go to GEO's site