Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) at VCU
Explore real-world innovation and research through the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program at VCU. Designed for undergraduate and graduate students, VIP offers a unique, course-based opportunity to collaborate on long-term, multidisciplinary projects led by expert faculty.
What is a VIP?
FACULTY-LED
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY
PROJECT-BASED
What Makes VIP Unique?
- Hands-On Learning: Engage in cutting-edge projects aligned with faculty expertise.
- Earn Course Credit: Work with a team while earning credits that count toward your major.
- Build Your Skills: Develop professional and technical skills, including leadership, project management, teamwork, and innovative thinking.
- Prepare for Your Future: Gain experience that enhances your résumé and prepares you for graduate school or the workforce.
How It Works
VIP teams consist of students from diverse disciplines working together on impactful projects in faculty research labs. Each project blends discipline-specific knowledge with professional learning outcomes, fostering self-sufficiency and collaboration in a dynamic environment.
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