we are a premier public research university, widely recognized for our outstanding academic reputation, beautiful campus and vibrant community. we produce experienced, engaged and successful graduates who lead lives of impact.

ranked a top 50 public research university, vcu is a place where discovery and creativity go hand in hand. located in downtown richmond, virginia, its more than 200 programs emphasize hands-on learning, creativity and engaging in the world around us.

washington and lee university in lexington, virginia, is a nationally ranked, small, private, liberal arts university nestled in the mountains of western virginia. as one of the oldest schools in the nation, we believe in the education of the whole person, and value students who are intellectually curious, eager to engage with their communities, inclined to critical thinking and prepared to lead lives of consequence.

george mason university has become virginia’s largest, most diverse, and highest-ranked university for innovation by rejecting the traditional university model of exclusivity. we proudly admit every student who is academically ready for our top-tier research environment while achieving graduation rates that surpass the national norm. at just 50 years old, mason has earned national and international rankings for a growing list of academic studies and student services.

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virginia union university is an hbcu in richmond, virginia with a legacy of producing world-renowned leaders.

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