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Yes, VCU is online, offering over three dozen degrees and certificates at the undergraduate and graduate levels that students can complete remotely. NCES data shows that 7% of VCU undergrads and 18% of graduate students enroll exclusively in online-only education. 

While most programs are traditional, with semester-long courses, some programs may be offered in an accelerated format. Some of VCU's online degree programs are offered asynchronously via the Canvas learning management system, so you can participate as your schedule allows. Others are offered via video conference or synchronously through a web-based conferencing site such as Zoom, requiring live class participation and class discussions.

No, the State of Virginia doesn't technically own VCU — it is a public institution funded by the State of Virginia. 

Yes, VCU is a good school. According to , it has high graduation and retention rates, and typical graduate earnings are higher than average. 

VCU has also made several of our rankings lists, including #4 for Most Affordable UUÖ±²¥s for Sociology Degrees and #10 for Best UUÖ±²¥s in Virginia.

VCU's institutional accreditation status is also indicative of its quality. VCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges () to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctorate degrees, and certificates. This signifies that the school's accounting practices are sound and its academic programming meets federal quality standards. 

VCU is also programmatically accredited by industry organizations, such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Council on Education for Public Health. These accreditations mean program curriculum and student outcomes meet industry needs and employer expectations.

VCU is known for its accolades from prestigious U.S. organizations. The National Science Foundation ranks VCU in its top 50 U.S. public schools for its research. VCU also has an R1 Carnegie classification due to its doctoral degree programs' high research activity. It also has the distinction of holding Carnegie's Community Engagement status. 

VCU is also known for its healthcare. The VCU Medical Center is #1 in the Richmond region and one of the best in the state. Therefore, students pursuing degrees in the health field can expect programs that deliver a high level of rigor and caliber that help adequately prepare them to meet industry and employer demands and deliver top-notch patient care.

According to College Scorecard, VCU's bachelor's degrees in computer and information sciences, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, and mechanical engineering provide the highest earnings for graduates, with annual median salaries ranging from approximately $77,000 to $97,000. However, none of these degrees or anything similar are available online.

To gain some perspective, OnlineU's proprietary Salary Score ranks colleges by how much their alums earn compared to graduates with the same degree nationwide. VCU has a bachelor's Salary Score of 40, 48 for its master's degrees, and 50 for its doctoral degrees. Its online bachelor's degrees in allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions, such as medical laboratory sciences, have a Salary Score of 59. Its online master's degrees in mental and social health services and allied professions, such as social work with a concentration in clinical practice, have a perfect salary score of 100.

Getting into VCU is relatively easy: It accepts 93% of undergraduate applicants, according to College Scorecard data. While VCU considers entrance exams, they are not required. However, admitted students who take the tests generally have combined SAT scores between 1070 and 1300 and composite ACT scores between 20 and 29. 

It's unclear if VCU requires GRE or GMAT scores for graduate school enrollment. When picking a college, it helps to know this information so you choose the right school for your academic experience and future goals and where your chances of acceptance are high. An enrollment or program advisor can help determine if you are a viable candidate.

It's unclear what GPA you need to get into VCU. However, College of Engineering students must have a minimum 3.4 GPA to be considered for enrollment. GPAs may vary for each graduate degree program. 

It's common for graduate schools to require GPAs of 3.0 or higher to be considered for enrollment. A program advisor can ensure you meet all the requirements when applying to college.

Although individual degree programs may have additional requirements, for undergraduate distance learners generally include the following:

• An application 
• A $70 fee
• Official high school transcripts or GED
• Official college transcripts, if transferring credits
• Official military transcripts, if applicable
• SAT and ACT scores, only required if applying to an honors program
• A college application essay
• One recommendation from a teacher or advisor who can attest to hour work ethic and academic abilities

must also submit a statement of intent. Other materials may be requested based on the program a student is applying for. 

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