NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Interested in starting a new student organization at VCU?

The next opportunity to become a new or reactivating student organization will be at the start of the Fall 2025 semester (orientation dates and registration posted below)

New Student Organization Application Process

We are excited that you're interested starting a new student organization here at VCU. We welcome fresh, new perspectives on the student experience and are eager to welcome new student organizations to our community.

Below you'll see the process for becoming a new and registered student organization as well as dates and links for the New Org Orientation sessions - the first step in the process.

*Please Note: The process listed below is also required for any organization that was previously deactivated, whether through inactivity or failure to complete annual registration.

  1. 1

    New Student Organization Orientation (Required):

    The creator and future president of any group seeking to become a new student organization must attend a New Student Organization Orientation Session. These sessions will review all requirements, policies, and procedures for registered student organizations (RSO) as well as explore the resources and space available for all RSOs.

  2. 2

    Basic Minimum Requirements:

    The basic minimum requirements must be met prior to completing the application process. Below are these requirements:

    Have a minimum of 8 members who are currently enrolled at VCU

    Maintain a President, Vice President, and Treasurer (included in 8-member minimum). Please note: undergraduate officers should have a 2.5 or above GPA and Graduate/Professional officers must be in good academic standing.

    Maintain an organization advisor.

    Complete & upload a copy of Constitution/Bylaws during the application process.

    Review the Student Organization Handbook

  3. 3

    Complete the New Student Organization Application:

    The application form, which will be sent after completion of the orientation, must be completed to be considered for Registered Student Organization status. This includes uploading a copy of your Constitution/Bylaws.

  4. 4

    Review by Staff:

    Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by our staff. If any questions or concerns arise you will be contacted.

  5. 5

    Approval:

    Once staff has reviewed and approved your application you will be notified and a RamsConnect group will be created for you. Once the group is created you must:

    Maintain an accurate roster of members, including all officer positions on RamsConnect.

    Maintain an active and accurate RamsConnect account

New Organization Orientation Sessions for Fall 2025

(Click the date to link to the RamsConnect Event and RSVP)

Date

Time

Location

4-5 pm

Commons Theater - The Commons

12-1 pm

Alumni Board Room - The Commons

5-6 pm

Virtual - Zoom

3-4 pm

SGA Senate Chambers - The Commons

4-5 pm

Commons Theater - The Commons

5-6pm

12-1pm

Virtual - Zoom

Alumni Board Room - The Commons