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DON'T DO ORDINARY.
The VMI experience is about more than earning a degree—it’s about joining a community that values honor, perseverance, and service.
Ranked the #4 public liberal arts college by U.S. News and World Report, Virginia Military Institute offers small class sizes, academically challenging undergraduate programs, Division I athletics, and the largest ROTC program in the nation.
Ranked the #4 public liberal arts college by U.S. News and World Report, Virginia Military Institute offers small class sizes, academically challenging undergraduate programs, Division I athletics, and the largest ROTC program in the nation.
VMI Community Updates
Institute leadership continues to communicate important information for cadets, their families, faculty & staff, and the VMI community at large:
- Scholarship Opportunities: Are you applying to VMI as a recipient of a three or four-year ROTC national scholarship? If so, explore how the Institute can help ease the cost of your education at No Ordinary College through the Call to Duty Scholarship, now accepting applications. VMI also offers a number of merit-based scholarships to top academic talent. Explore the Institute Scholar and Peay Merit Scholarship opportunities for more details and requirements.
- Cadets to March in Governor’s Inauguration Parade: The Corps of Cadets will march in Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s inauguration parade through Capitol Square in Richmond, Saturday, Jan. 17. Find more information, including a schedule of practice parades open to the public in a recent news article.
- Rivalry Returns to Cameron Hall: VMI basketball will face Institute rivals The Citadel in Cameron Hall Sat. Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. The Institute is also looking forward to welcoming back program alumni for the '76-'77 NCAA Tournament Teams Reunion. Get your tickets today and find all your fan gear needs at the VMI Bookstore.
- Graduation Photos and Streams: Congratulations to the most recent young men and women to earn the title of VMI graduate. If you missed the events, you can still watch the replays of commissioning on VMI's Facebook page and commencement on VMI's YouTube account. Photo albums are also available on the Institute's official Flickr account.
ⓘ VMI Community: To receive important information concerning emergencies, weather, traffic, and parking, text the word "Keydet" to 772-95.
Get an inside look at No Ordinary College.
VMI Open Houses are the best way for high school juniors and seniors to see and experience first-hand what it's like being a cadet at VMI. During this 2-day program, students will learn about all aspects of the VMI experience, staying overnight in Barracks with a current cadet as a host. From an academic fair to sessions led by VMI ROTC program representative and Institute leadership, see what VMI has to offer and experience life in Lexington.
These events are filling up quickly, so secure your spot today: Feb. 13-14 | Mar. 6-7 | Apr. 10-11
Are you already convinced that VMI is right for you? The application for Fall 2026 admission is still open for high school seniors and transfer students. Apply today to begin your leadership journey.
News from Post
VMI Pistol Club Ends Semester with a “Bang”
The pistol club at Virginia Military Institute closed out a successful fall 2025 season in December, after competing in two national-level competitions sanctioned by USA Shooting, the national governing body for international shooting sports in the United States.
Boonshoft to Co-Edit History Journal
Lt. Col. Mark Boonshoft, associate professor and Conrad M. Hall ’65 Chair in American Constitutional History at VMI, has been named co-editor of the Journal of the Early Republic, the quarterly publication of the Society for Historians of the Early American Republic (SHEAR).
Cadet Reconnects with FLOTUS at Holiday Event
A Virginia Military Institute 4th Class cadet, Caoilinn McLane, had the honor of introducing the First Lady of the United States when she arrived to Children’s National Hospital (CNH) in Washington, D.C. for her holiday visit in December.
VMI to Hold Spring Musical Auditions for 1776
The VMI Community Theatre will hold auditions for its spring show, “1776.” Cadets and community members may audition any of the four evenings. Multiple adult male and female roles will be cast.