Graduate Open House Events

Spring 2026 VCU Graduate Virtual Open House

Want to learn more about graduate studies at VCUarts but can’t make it to campus?

VCUarts will participate in VCU’s Virtual Graduate Open House on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. This event is a great opportunity for those interested in applying to a graduate program for Fall 2027. When you register for a ticket with a program in the School of the Arts, you’ll gain access to our virtual info overview session. In this overview you’ll learn more about the possibilities awaiting you in the ten graduate programs across the School of the Arts and the range of funding opportunities available to applicants and students. From studio practice to research-based degrees, our programs are designed to support your creative and academic growth. Click here to register.

Plus, the first 600 attendees who submit an application will receive a 50% application fee waiver from the University.

Whether you’re interested in innovative faculty mentorship, cutting-edge research, or being part of a vibrant creative community, this is your chance to see how VCUarts can help shape your future.

Virtual Graduate Admissions Week

Program sessions during the week of November 17 – 21, 2025

During VCUarts’ Virtual Graduate Admissions Week, prospective applicants will learn about the graduate application process, funding opportunities like graduate assistantships, and attend program information sessions hosted by graduate faculty throughout the week.

Prospective applicants interested in more than one program are welcome to sign up for multiple sessions. Upon registration for each session, you will receive a confirmation email with a Zoom link. All times are EST.

Registration has closed for these events. Please contact us at artsgrad@vcu.edu to be connected with the Graduate Program Director for your area of interest.

Graduate Program Overview

Discover the exciting possibilities awaiting you in the graduate programs across the School of the Arts. From studio practice to research-based degrees, our programs are designed to support your creative and academic growth. Learn about a range of funding opportunities available to graduate students, including Graduate Assistantships, Thesis Research Grants, and Graduate Student Travel Grants. Start by viewing this pre-recorded information session followed by a pre-recorded overview of the admissions and application process. Don’t forget to explore the separate departmental info sessions happening throughout the week — a great opportunity to connect with faculty, dive deeper into specific programs, and envision your future here.

Graduate Application Overview

This pre-recorded session provides an overview of the application process for graduate applicants to VCUarts. You’ll learn about the application timeline, general and program-specific application requirements, and where you can find additional resources as you prepare your application.