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ROTC at VMI: Answer the Call
Recipients of a three or four-year ROTC national scholarship, explore an opportunity to have the Institute help fund your journey toward military leadership.
Call to Duty ScholarshipsRanked 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:
- VMI's in-person open houses are the best way for high school juniors and seniors to see and experience first-hand what it's like being cadet at VMI. Students will learn about all aspects of the VMI experience and have the opportunity to stay overnight in barracks with a current cadet as a host. Register today for a spring event!
- Did you know? Institute Merit Scholars receive awards from $5,000 to the full cost of tuition and room and board per academic year. These scholarships are awarded only to incoming cadets prior to matriculation. Learn more about eligibility and terms. Applications for VMI's Institute Scholars program are due no later than February 15, 2025.
- The first blood drive on post for 2025 will be held Tues., Feb. 11 , 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wed., Feb. 12, 1-7 p.m., and Thurs., Feb. 13, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enter sponsor code VMI or 24450 at https://www.redcrossblood.org/.
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2025-2026 is now live. Explore the Office of Financial Aid site to find information on how the FAFSA is used to determine need, how to apply for financial aid, and additional funding opportunities.
ⓘ VMI Community: To receive important information concerning emergencies, weather, traffic, and parking, text the word "Keydet" to 772-95.
Cadet-Athletes Hit the Ground Running in 2025
The VMI basketball team took down rivals The Citadel for the second time in three years at McAlister Fieldhouse as the Keydets earned a 75-70 SoCon victory Saturday afternoon in Charleston, South Carolina.
The VMI women's rifle team opened up its spring 2025 season at Kilbourne Hall on Saturday, setting a new smallbore record of 2241. Up next for both the mixed and women's teams is a clash against VMI rivals The Citadel in Charleston, Jan. 25.
Keydet track & field will be staying in Lexington this weekend for the VMI Invitational meet at the CPTF. Competition kicks off Friday at 2 p.m., and results will be posted for each event.
Visit vmikeydets.com for more news and schedules for VMI's NCAA Division I athletes. Rah Virginia Mil!
News from Post
Homiak Named New Chief of Staff
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Travis Homiak ’95, former commanding officer of the Naval ROTC unit at Virginia Military Institute, has been named VMI’s new chief of staff, assuming the position most recently held by Col. John Young.
VMI Theatre: Agatha Christie Classic to be Cast
Auditions to be held for the VMI Community Theatre's spring production, Murder on the Nile from Jan. 20-23, 7:45 p.m. at Gillis Theater in Marshall Hall. No experience needed — cadets and community welcome to participate. Rehearsals start Jan. 27.
Corps to March in Presidential Inaugural Parade
The Presidential Inaugural Committee has selected the VMI Corps of Cadets out of a record number of applicants to march in the Jan. 20 inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States.
VMI Holds December Commissioning and Graduation
A seasonally cool morning warmed into a day full of happiness and celebration in a crowded Memorial Hall at Virginia Military Institute, as families and friends gathered to witness 38 cadets cross the stage to receive their diplomas during the commencement ceremony Dec. 19.