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New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
VCU application fee of USD 75 or INR 7k. Students can pay the application fee online using a credit card. UG students at this university can apply via Common App, whereas, PG students can apply directly through university-specific links.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Studying in the Virginia Commonwealth University can be considered expensive for Indian students as the cost sums up to be around INR 20 L on an average. Students can refer to the table for course-specific fees requirements:
| Courses | 1st Year Tuition Fees |
|---|---|
MS (8 courses) | INR 15 L - 24 L |
MBA/PGDM (2 courses) | INR 15 L - 22 L |
MIM (1 course) | INR 15 L |
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, meeting the English language requirements is one of the major Virginia Commonwealth University eligibility criteria for international students. Students can refer to the table below for minimum score requirements:
English Proficiency Exam | UG Minimum Score Requirements | PG Minimum Score Requirements |
|---|---|---|
Overall score of 70 or higher | Overall score of 80 or higher | |
Overall score of 6.0 or higher | Overall score of 6.5 or higher | |
Overall score of 53 or higher | Overall score of 65 or higher | |
Overall score of 105 or higher | Overall score of 110 or higher | |
SAT (Reading Test) | 22 or higher | - |
ACT (English Section) | 16 or higher | - |
Note: For Engineering programs, the ELP requirements for undergraduates vary. Hence, students are advised to go through the official website for the course-specific requirements.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
In order to secure an admission, all the international students must fulfill the Virgina Commonwealth University admission requirements listed below:
1) Undergraduate Requirements:
- Official high school transcripts (English translation);
- Proof of English language proficiency; and
- SAT/ACT scores.
2) Graduate Requirements:
- Official college/university transcripts (English translation);
- Letters of recommendation (LOR);
- Statement of purpose (SOP);
- Proof of English language proficiency;
- Resume/CV;
- GMAT/GRE score; and
- Other course-specific requirements.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the best courses offered in the Virginia Commonwealth University. With the help of this course, students get to develop communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, and leadership skills by getting to work in teams.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 18 - 24 months |
| Annual Fee | INR 15 L - 22 L |
Accreditation | Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) |
Specializations | Brand Leadership Business Analytics Corporate Finance Entrepreneurship & Innovation Global Business, Health Care Management Information Resources Management Investments Real Estate Supply Chain Management |
Average Package (Business School) | USD 88,388 (INR 73.7 L) |
Conversion Used: 1 USD = INR 83.46
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
At Virginia Commonwealth University, international students can choose between more than 200 courses on the Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Professional, and Certificate level. Listed below are some of the top Virginia Commonwealth University majors:
- Psychology;
- Business Administration & Management;
- Biology;
- Mass Communication/Media Studies;
- Political Science & Government;
- Information Technology;
- Marketing;
- Chemistry;
- Business/Commerce;
- Computer Science;
- Finance;
- Advertising;
- Economics;
- Organizational Leadership; and
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Oncampus housing is available at Virginia Commonwealth University. Aspirants who live on campus at VCU are more likely to interact with faculty members outside of the classroom seek employment on campus attend cultural events and participate in clubs and organizations. The different halls available to on-campus students are:
Residence | Accommodation Type | Rate/ Semester (in USD) |
|---|---|---|
Ackell Residence Center | 2 and 4-person apartments with a single bedroom | 8,872 |
Brandt Hall | 4 and 8-person suites with double bedrooms | 8,204 |
Broad & Belvidere | 4-story | 8,872 |
Cary & Belvidere | 5-story | 8,872 |
Gladding Residence Center | 12-Story | 8,204 |
Gladding Residence Center III | 2- or 4-person suites | 8,204 |
*1 USD = 83.15 INR
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The eligibility requirements for international applicants are:
Undergraduate Admissions
Students should have graduated from a secondary school or equivalent (lyceum, senior middle school, university preparatory school, completion of GCSE exams, Standard 12 graduation, etc.), which typically consists of at least 12 years of education beyond kindergarten. Secondary education received by the students should make them eligible for entrance to a recognised university in their home country. VCU also requires completion of the following academic units by the final year of high school curriculum:
Mathematics
Natural science
History or social scienc
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
VCU offers several financial aid services to students to help them manage their higher education expenses through scholarships loans and work study employment. In 2018-19 an average amount of USD 17153 was awarded to fulltime students as financial aid. Here are some financial aid options open for international students:
University Undergraduate Scholarships Presidential- This is a four year scholarship covering tuition fees up to USD 16000 per year -maximum USD 8000 per semester. The total estimated value of this fouryear scholarship is approximately USD 114356.
Provost- This is fouryear scholarship covering tuition fees up to USD 16000
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Virginia Commonwealth university offers UG, PG and doctoral level courses. Some of the wellknown departments are the School of Business, School of Allied Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, School of Engineering, and the School of Medicine.
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