VSU Campuses

Virginia State University’s Main Campus in Petersburg offers a comprehensive range of academic programs designed to prepare students for diverse careers and advanced studies. As a historically black university, VSU emphasizes academic excellence, cultural heritage, and community engagement across its curriculum.

The university provides undergraduate and graduate programs through several colleges, including the College of Agriculture, College of Business, College of Education, College of Engineering and Technology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and College of Natural and Health Sciences. Students can pursue degrees in fields such as agricultural sciences, business administration, computer science, engineering, education, psychology, biology, nursing, and social work.

• Agriculture: Programs focus on sustainable farming, agribusiness, and food science, leveraging the campus’s research facilities and extension services.
• Business: Offers majors in accounting, management, marketing, and finance, with an emphasis on entrepreneurship and leadership skills.
• Education: Prepares future educators with programs in early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, as well as counseling.
• Engineering and Technology: Includes computer engineering, manufacturing engineering, and information technology, with hands-on learning opportunities.
• Humanities and Social Sciences: Covers disciplines like history, sociology, political science, and mass communications, fostering critical thinking and cultural awareness.
• Natural and Health Sciences: Features programs in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and nursing, with a focus on research and healthcare careers.

VSU’s Main Campus also supports interdisciplinary studies and offers unique opportunities through its honors program, ROTC, and cooperative education initiatives. With a commitment to student success, the campus provides resources like tutoring, career services, and research opportunities to ensure graduates are well-equipped for the workforce or further academic pursuits.