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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:
- Noise Notice: Rifle fire may be heard from VMI May 13 through May 15 as it prepares for and conducts graduation week activities.
- Graduation Schedule: Information is available at vmi.edu/graduation for upcoming events celebrating the achievements of the VMI Class of 2025. Families and friends are encouraged to note arrival times, locations, and policies for events before heading to post.
- Registration for Summer Session I is closing soon, May 15. All registrations and fees are due by noon.
- Did you know? The VMI Summer Transition Program (STP) is designed to enhance the academic and physical fitness of incoming cadets before they officially matriculate in August. If you’ve committed to joining VMI, this program is for you! Appointed students who have completed both their Reservation & Medical Requirements should check their emails for a registration link.
- Matriculation 2025: VMI has updated information for matriculants headed to Lexington this August to start their leadership journeys. Appointed students and their families are encouraged to review the information available at vmi.edu/matriculation as well as communications sent via email to ensure a smooth first day on post.
ⓘ VMI Community: To receive important information concerning emergencies, weather, traffic, and parking, text the word "Keydet" to 772-95.
A new perspective of post.
Explore Virginia Military Institute like never before with our new interactive virtual tour. Whether you're a prospective cadet, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about No Ordinary College, this tour offers an in-depth look at the home of the Corps of Cadets and the three-legged stool that defines a cadetship.
Updates to the tour will be ongoing as VMI continues to expand and improve facilities. Additional highlights of academic spaces and a look into barracks, the Aquatic Center, and Cameron Hall are planned for launch 2025-2026.
News from Post
Pipe Band Dominates in Savannah
The Virginia Military Institute Pipe Band competed at the Savannah Scottish Games and Celtic Festival in Savannah, Georgia, May 2-4.
VMI Inspires Teens with “Build & Fly”
Dr. Sherif Abdelhamid, assistant professor in the and outreach liaison officer for the at Virginia Military Institute, participated in “Build & Fly with VMI,” a free drone event for students ages 13-18 held April 19 at the New College Institute (NCI) in Martinsville, Virginia.
ECE Cadets Present Capstone Projects
Two teams of senior electrical and computer engineering (ECE) majors at Virginia Military Institute recently presented their capstone projects after working on them throughout the academic year.
VMI Professor Mentors SVJC Youth
Maj. Aubrey Whitehead, assistant professor in the Department of Psychology, volunteers as a senior mentor two hours each week at the Shenandoah Valley Juvenile Center (SVJC) in Staunton, Virginia.