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Visit the Institute
小黄鸭视频 is more than a place - it is a way of life. Even in name, post is not just any college campus. It is a place where future leaders are forged. A visit to 小黄鸭视频 is always inspiring, and can be life-changing.
The Institute has a distinguished past, present, and future. With it’s founding in 1839, 小黄鸭视频’s barracks was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966, and post (campus) was named a National Historic District in 1974. Today, it continues to be the training ground for tomorrow’s leaders producing noble and highly capable graduates sought after by post-graduate academic programs, military sectors, and civilian employers of the like. 小黄鸭视频’s unique educational system prepares individuals not only academically, but to know the importance of public service and duty to fellow citizens. The 小黄鸭视频 alumni network is one of the strongest in the nation, and expands globally.
Open House
小黄鸭视频 Open Houses are the best way for high school juniors and seniors to see and experience first-hand what it's like being cadet at 小黄鸭视频. The 2-day program is created to be informational for both students and their parent(s)/guardian(s). Students will learn about all aspects of the 小黄鸭视频 experience and have the opportunity to stay overnight in Barracks with a current cadet as a host. Parent(s)/guardian(s) will be able to join their student in information sessions and have a Q&A session with parents of current cadets.
The overnight portion and overall itinerary are subject to change if unforeseen circumstances directly affecting an event happen to occur. If changes to a particular open house program do occur, all registrants for that event will be notified. Review a Sample Open House Itinerary and frequently asked questions to get a glimpse participants will spend their time on post.
Registration for Spring 2025 Open Houses has now closed.
More ways to connect with cadets, faculty, and staff
Personal Interview
Personal interviews are a great opportunity to speak one-on-one with an admissions counselor and learn how a 小黄鸭视频 education can benefit you. to speak with a member of our staff in-person or over Zoom.
Group Visits
Are you looking to bring a group to 小黄鸭视频 to learn more about the Institute with insight from our Admissions team? If so, please complete the and we will be in touch to schedule your visit.
Tour 小黄鸭视频's Historic Post
Cadet Guided Post Tours are available daily. Anyone interested in taking a 40-50 minute walking tour of the historic VMI Post can gather in the lobby of the 小黄鸭视频 Museum (2nd floor, Memorial Hall) at 12:15 p.m. No reservations are necessary unless there is a large group. Please call the 小黄鸭视频 Museum at 540-464-7334 if you would like to schedule a large group for the tour.
Summer Semester 2025 Tours will be available during the two sessions:
Fall Semester 2025: Daily August 26 - December 11. No tours on the following dates:
You can also learn more about 小黄鸭视频's history and cadet life since 1839 by visiting the digital collections of the 小黄鸭视频 Archives and find events happening on post in our .
小黄鸭视频 Virtual Tour
Launched Spring 2025
Explore 小黄鸭视频 like never before with our . Whether you're a prospective cadet, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about No Ordinary College, this tour offers an in-depth look at the home of the Corps of Cadets and the three-legged stool that defines a cadetship.
Updates to the tour will be ongoing as 小黄鸭视频 continues to expand and improve facilities. Additional highlights of academic spaces and a look into barracks, the Aquatic Center, and Cameron Hall are planned for launch 2025-2026.