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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:
- Welcome Back Alumni! VMI is excited to host the Classes of 1980, 1990, and 2000 for their 45th, 35th, and 25th reunions respectively Oct. 3-4. Find details, schedules, and more at vmialumni.org.
- Fall Career & Internship Fair: Over 50 employers will be on site Oct. 8, eager to recruit VMI cadets for summer internships and entry-level positions. This is a chance to connect with industry leaders and secure a bright future. All cadets are strongly encouraged to take part in this event and should review information and pre-event recommendations from the Office of Career Services.
- Get to know VMI: Admissions 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 the Institute. This 2-day program is designed to be informational for both students and their parent(s)/guardian(s). Learn more and secure a spot today for the two remaining fall opportunities: Oct. 24-25, and Nov. 14-15.
- Keydets Compete to Win: Follow @VMIAthletics on social media and visit vmikeydets.com to keep up with athletic news and upcoming event schedules. Be sure to swing by the bookstore to get the latest fan gear first!
ⓘ VMI Community: To receive important information concerning emergencies, weather, traffic, and parking, text the word "Keydet" to 772-95.
“I think coming to VMI will change your life more than you expect it to.”
Sadie Smith ’26 was looking for a college that could prepare her for a successful career and life. At VMI, she found a place like no other. Although she believes that everyone has the potential to be a leader, she credits VMI for giving her the confidence and support to grow as one.
Learn more about Sadie — an international studies major, NCAA Division 1 water polo player, and Hotel Company commander — and other cadets who chose No Ordinary College at www.vmi.edu/iamvmi.
News from Post
VMI Biology Research Gets Published: Soybean Traits Studied
A scholarly article addressing soybean research spanning seven years was published in the September 2025 issue of Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment, a joint publication of American Society of Agronomy and Crop Science Society of America.
VMI Maintains Strong Rankings in U.S. News Best Colleges List
VMI maintained its reputation as one of the nation’s best colleges, according to the 2026 Best Colleges rankings released Sept. 23 by U.S. News and World Report.
Apple Day Returns to the Jackson House Museum
Travel back to 1850s Lexington during the Jackson House Museum’s Apple Day, Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For over 40 years, this much-loved event has welcomed families, friends, and history lovers for a day filled with interactive activities, traditional crafts, and old-fashioned fun
Turley and Farbman Debate Constitutional Crisis at VMI: Discourse Part of Steamboat Institute
VMI's Center for Leadership and Ethics (CLE) will host a Steamboat Institute Campus Liberty Tour Debate, Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. in Gillis Theater, Marshall Hall. The debate resolution is: Be it resolved; the U.S. is experiencing a constitutional crisis.