Centrally located in the city of Richmond, Virginia, VCU’s unique architecture, natural resources and culture help shape a notably diverse campus community. The ONE VCU Master Plan is the framework designed to support VCU's important mission and aligns VCU’s physical environment with the VCU and VCU Health strategic plan, Quest 2028: One VCU Together We Transform. The master plan identifies common goals and provides a shared, evidence-based vision for development to guide physical campus investments. The first master plan in VCU’s history to set a unified vision for all VCU properties, the ONE VCU Master Plan is guided by principles that focus first and foremost on student success and patient experience, but which also place a strong emphasis on mobility, safety, campus unification, synergy among programs, and celebrating VCU’s unique urban setting and rich history.

View the Plan

Access the full ONE VCU Master Plan and learn more about its process and outcomes.

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Implementation 

Read about the Six-Year Capital Plan as well as planning phase, current and completed projects. 

Implementation Page

Academic Medical Center Campus Master Plan Update

Aligning the health system, health sciences and research facilities with the goals set by Quest 2028.

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Contact Us

Reach out for more information or to offer feedback on the ONE VCU Master Plan progress.

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Quick Facts

0.76%

Less than 1% of land within the City of Richmond is owned by VCU

1,500+

Individuals in person contributed to the master planning process

In the News

VCU 'tops out' CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation

December 5, 2025

The highest beam has been placed for the major addition to the campus landscape, with the opening scheduled for early 2027.

President Rao and man looking at top steel beam for CCAI

VCU, city of Richmond adjust four intersections in traffic safety pilot program

November 17, 2025

The installation of left-turn hardening measures on both campuses could help drivers and pedestrians, and the findings could influence wider implementation.

Crosswalk with car driving

What's being built? A roundup of campus construction projects at VCU

September 9, 2025

Here’s an update on six major projects that aim to support students, faculty, staff, patients and the broader community.

Rendering of CCAI facade

Read more about the ONE VCU Master Plan progress

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