UniversityGreater Richmond

Virginia Commonwealth University

University · Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University is a public research university located in Richmond that offers more than 200 degree and certificate programs across various disciplines. As a top 50 public research institution recognized by the National Science Foundation, VCU emphasizes research, innovation, and inclusive education for undergraduate and graduate students.

Founded

Region

Greater Richmond

Investors

People

About Richmond

Chief Justice John Marshall lived in Richmond for 49 years, until his death in 1835 -- his home on East Marshall Street still stands as a National Historic Landmark. As Chief Justice he authored Marbury v. Madison, the case that established judicial review, the foundational doctrine of the entire American justice system. Virginia's own state seal carries the same theme: "Sic Semper Tyrannis," depicting Virtus triumphing over a defeated tyrant, flown from the Capitol Thomas Jefferson designed after an ancient Roman temple in France. That institutional weight sits alongside a real, working economy: Dominion Energy and Markel Group anchor a genuine banking/insurance cluster (Genworth Financial, Brink's, NewMarket/Afton Chemical), the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond serves the entire 5th District, and the Richmond Marine Terminal keeps the James River a working deepwater port to this day.

Region Stats

Total firms 27

VC / investors 6

Companies 19

Schools 2

Known For

Justice

Banking

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