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

0.79%

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

'It just has to stop': Why VCU is accelerating pedestrian safety action

March 2, 2026

Building on three years of collaboration and confronting recent tragedies, the university and the city of Richmond are implementing bold, aggressive measures to protect the community.