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Public Research University in Richmond, VA. Operating on a semester system.
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29K+
Total Enrollment
Research University
Institution Type
16
Housing Buildings
Life in Richmond for Virginia Commonwealth University Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Richmond.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,200
Cost of Living Index
92
Student Population
45,000
City Transportation
Walkability
49
Bikeability
51
Public Transit
GRTC Transit System
Nearest Airports
Richmond International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
59.4°F
Avg Snowfall
11.6 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Dining Locations
Shafer Court Dining Center
open
Shafer Court
Main dining hall offering various foods and drinks; accepts swipes
Market 810
open
Scheduled to close at 3:00 pm on Friday, March 6, 2026, and reopen Sunday, March 15, 2026 (Spring Break closure upcoming)
Student Facilities
James Branch Cabell Library
Monroe Park Campus
Services: study rooms, information desk, reference services
VCU Health Sciences Library
Health Sciences Campus
Services: study spaces, health resources
Cary Street Gym
05:45-11:00 • Cary Street
Services: fitness equipment, aquatic center
The Commons (University Student Commons)
08:00-22:00 • 907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284
Services: Ram's Lounge, The Underground, tenant offices
Parking and Transit
Brandcenter Lot (BC)
surface • limited
114 W. Canal St. $266 semester rate, 19-hour-flex (7 days/week). Sold first-come first-served on Monroe Park Campus.
Bowe Street Deck
garage • limited
609 Bowe Street. $266 semester rate, 19-hour-flex (7 days/week). Daily/hourly parking available.
Henry Street Deck - East/West
garage • limited
200 N. Henry St. $266 19-hour-flex or $380 24-hour for off-campus housing. Lottery on MCV Campus.
Jefferson Street Deck
garage • limited
100 S. Jefferson St. $266 semester rate, 19-hour-flex (7 days/week).
West Broad Street Deck
garage • limited
1111 W. Broad St. $266 19-hour-flex or $380 5-month housing term. Near Pulse bus line.
West Cary Street Deck
garage • limited
1101 W. Cary St. $266 19-hour-flex or $380 24-hour for off-campus housing.
West Main Street Deck
garage • limited
801 W. Main St. $266 semester rate, 19-hour-flex (7 days/week).
Campus News
Latest updates from Virginia Commonwealth University
VCU Qatar Campus Moves Online After Qatar Missile Attacks
VCU's Qatar campus has shifted to remote instruction following missile attacks by Iran on Qatar over the weekend, which injured 16 people due to falling shrapnel. The move prioritizes student and staff safety amid heightened security concerns.
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VCU is accelerating improvements to pedestrian safety on and around campus due to urgent concerns.
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Upcoming Events
What's happening at Virginia Commonwealth University
Ram Spirit Walk
Richmond, VA
Ram Spirit Walk organized by the Graduate Student Association. A student-led event to foster community spirit on campus.
Violin & Viola Fest 2026
W. E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Avenue, Richmond, VA
Day of workshops including ensemble rehearsals, technique clinics, master class with Callum Smart, and stage fright workshop, led by VCU faculty. Features side-by-side violin/viola ensemble concert; includes pizza lunch.
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Virginia Commonwealth University
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 16 of 16 known dorm and housing options.
Ackell Residence Center
Capacity: 407
Room types: single, double
Brandt Hall
Capacity: 624
Room types: double
Broad and Belvidere
Capacity: 407
Room types: single, double
Cabaniss Hall
Capacity: 423
Room types: single, double
Cary and Belvidere
Capacity: 413
Room types: single
GRC III
Capacity: 172
Room types: double, single
Gladding Residence Center
Gladding Residence Center III
Room types: double, triple
Gladding Residential Center
Capacity: 1524
Room types: double
Grace & Broad
Grace & Broad Residence Center
Capacity: 407
Room types: single, double
Johnson Hall
Capacity: 527
Room types: double, triple
Rhoads Hall
Capacity: 697
Room types: double, triple
The Honors College
Capacity: 177
Room types: single
West Grace North
Capacity: 407
Room types: single, double
West Grace South
Capacity: 407
Room types: single, double
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Public
Email Domain
@vcu.edu
Current Term: Spring 2026 (16-week schedule)
Start: January 5, 2026
End: May 12, 2026
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