Virginia Commonwealth University

School of Nursing

Virginia Commonwealth University is a Public institution with a campus in Richmond, Virginia. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Virginia Board of Nursing. The Richmond, Virginia campus for Virginia Commonwealth University is located in a City setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 28,238. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $16,945, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $40,109 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • RN to Master of Science in Nursing (RN to MSN)
  • Post Master of Science in Nursing Certificate (Post-MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
  • Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP)
  • Doctor of Nursing Research or Education (PhD)

Visit the Virginia Commonwealth University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Virginia periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Virginia Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Virginia will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2024-2025
Student population:28,238
Student-to-faculty ratio:17-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$16,945
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$40,109
Room and board:$18,254
Percent on financial aid:100%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:93%
SAT Reading Writing range:530-650
SAT Math range:500-620
ACT Composite range:22-30
ACT English range:21-31
ACT Math range:20-27

Student Profile

Male 37%
Female 63%
Full-Time 83%
Part-Time 17%
Undergraduate 76%
Graduate 24%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

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Map showing the location of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia

  • Address: 910 W Franklin St, Richmond, Virginia 23284
  • Phone Number: 804-828-0100

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Last updated: November 11, 2025

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