VMI's Academic Program offers a rigorous curriculum that produces educated and internationally engaged citizens of character. It includes a broad four-year core curriculum and fourteen nationally recognized majors in engineering, science, liberal arts, and social sciences. In addition, the curriculum offers exceptional opportunities for
undergraduate research,
foreign study,
internships, and participation in activities sponsored by the Institute Writing Program. The
Institute Honors Program presents special challanges and rewards for VMI's most academically outstanding cadets.
The faculty, 96% of whom hold Ph.D.s, are renowned for teaching excellence, mentorship of students, scholarly engagement and expertise, commitment to service, and encouragement of undergraduate research. Small class sizes enable faculty to interact closely with cadets both inside and outside of the classroom.
VMI's Quality Enhancement Plan: The Core Curriculum - The Nucleus of Effective Citizenship & Leadership
