Quick Facts
1839
VMI founded as the first state-supported military college in the U.S.
Nearly 1600
cadets at VMI from 46 states and territories, in addition to the District of Columbia and eight foreign countries.
50%
of degrees awarded are in Science, Tech, Engineering, Math, and Health
10 to 1
student to faculty ratio
1 in 4
cadets represent diverse and international backgrounds
1 in 8
members of the Corps of Cadets are women
Athletics
VMI Keydets have 18 intercollegiate sports teams, with 30% of the Corps of Cadets participating in NCAA athletics.
Clubs
and other extracurricular activities exist in academics as well as athletics and other interests.
Limitless
leadership and civic engagement opportunities
83%
of cadets receive some form of scholarships and/or financial aid