Undergraduate Students
If you are a current undergraduate student, this page is just for you. Explore the information and resources available below to help you make the most of your time in the VCU School of Nursing.
Office of Student Success
Meet with your academic advisor, get support from an academic coach, get info about guaranteed admission to graduate programs and more.
Scholarships and Awards
Review scholarships and awards available to help you fund your undergraduate studies.
Research Opportunities
Explore research opportunities available in the School of Nursing and other VCU offices.
Graduation
Get the details you need for you and your loved ones to celebrate the big day.
Honor Society
Learn about the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and how to join.
Technology Resources
Review VCU's technology requirements for nursing students and get links to resources.
Quick Links
- Canvas sign-in
- VCU Career Services
- VCU Student Financial Services (Nicole Abdul, nabdul@vcu.edu)
- School of Nursing contacts
- Functional and technical standards for students
- Spirit Shop
Academic Program Links
Calendar
Did You Know?
Student Emergency Fund
Students with unforeseen financial emergencies that prevent them from continuing pursuing their degree may be eligible to receive financial support from the School of Nursing Student Emergency Fund. If you are a current student and experience an unexpected, unforeseen, and unavoidable emergency expense related to an accident, illness, death of a family member, fire damage, or need for temporary housing, contact Lindsay F. Tierney, Ed.D., student success coach, at farrishlk@vcu.edu for additional information.
Background Check and Drug Screen
All VCU School of Nursing students are required to complete a criminal background check and drug screen prior to the start of clinical coursework. Upon admission to the program, you receive detailed information from the Office of Student Success explaining how and when to accomplish these tasks using our vendor, Castlebranch. Contact your advisor for questions.
Guaranteed Admission to Grad Programs
Students who graduate with the minimum of a bachelor’s degree from the VCU School of Nursing are guaranteed admission to any VCU nursing graduate program provided they meet the requirements for admission and there is program space availability. Contact VCU_Nurse@vcu.edu for more info.