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The VMI experience is about more than earning a degree—it’s about joining a community that values honor, perseverance, and service.

Ranked the #4 public liberal arts college by U.S. News and World Report, Virginia Military Institute offers small class sizes, academically challenging undergraduate programs, Division I athletics, and the largest ROTC program in the nation.

Ranked the #4 public liberal arts college by U.S. News and World Report, Virginia Military Institute offers small class sizes, academically challenging undergraduate programs, Division I athletics, and the largest ROTC program in the nation.

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Matriculation 2025


VMI Community Updates

Institute leadership continues to communicate important information for cadets, their families, faculty & staff, and the VMI community at large:

  • VMI Board Appoints 16th Superintendent: In a vote this afternoon, the VMI Board of Visitors has appointed Lt. Gen. David Furness ’87 (USMC, retired) to the role of 16th superintendent of the Institute. A full news release and statement from BOV president Col. (Ret.) Jamie Inman ’86 are available.
  • Register for an Admissions Open House Today! VMI Open Houses are the best way for high school juniors and seniors to see and experience first-hand what it's like being a cadet at the Institute. This 2-day program is designed to be informational for both students and their parent(s)/guardian(s). Learn more and secure a spot today for one of three fall opportunities.
  • An Exciting MOEment: The VMI Athletics Department has unveiled a new visual identity for the VMI Keydets community with the rollout of an official VMI logo featuring "Moe" the Kangaroo, an official "Keydets" wordmark and an exclusive font.
  • VMI Bookstore: The bookstore, now managed by Barnes & Noble, is open this summer, Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Extended hours for Matriculation will be this Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.  and Saturday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Families and fans are also encouraged to shop on the new online store, vmi.bncollege.com.
  • Support VMI's Cadet-Athletes: Schedules are available now for NCAA Division I fall sports at the Institute, including matchups against rivals The Citadel for football, women's soccer, and rifle. Visit vmikeydets.com and follow VMI Athletics on social media for the latest news, schedule updates, and ticket information. Rah Virginia Mil!

ⓘ  VMI Community: To receive important information concerning emergencies, weather, traffic, and parking, text the word "Keydet" to 772-95.


Matriculation 2025

This Saturday, the latest group to commit to No Ordinary College will arrive on post to begin their leadership journey. Take a look back at how the Class of 2028 spent the first seven days in Lexington.

Appointed students and their families are encouraged to review the information available at vmi.edu/matriculation as well as communications sent via email to ensure a smooth first day on post. Those arriving early on Friday are encouraged to complete the uniform fitting and issue process in Cameron Hall. The 2025-2026 VMI New Cadet Handbook is also now available.

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News from Post

Furness Named VMI’s 16th Superintendent

The Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors appointed retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. David Furness ’87 as the Institute’s 16th superintendent, the chief executive officer of the Institute. 

Meet the 186th Regimental Leadership of VMI

As the start of a new academic year and Matriculation draw nearer, meet the Class of 2026 leadership announced this past spring.

Poet Laureate Launches Project Supporting Vets

Virginia’s poet laureate, VMI instructor Mattie Quesenberry Smith, Ph.D., has launched “Perseverance and Resilience,” a statewide poetry initiative supporting veterans’ health and well-being through workshops, a poetry contest, and public celebrations.

Cadet Seeks Causes to Latin American Cultural Struggles

Anna Grace Adams ’26, a history major minoring in Arabic at Virginia Military Institute, believes considering the points of view of peoples from different cultures is crucial when establishing policy or providing aid.

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