University of Richmond

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

University of Richmond, VA

$56,860

Avg tuition

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About University of Richmond

School Type: Private

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

The University of Richmond is a small private university located on an urban campus in University of Richmond, Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,323, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 31%. The university offers 62 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 88%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $56,860.

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a competitive acceptance rate.

This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.

31% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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93% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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88% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Required

High school transcript Required

High school rank Recommended

Letter of recommendation Required

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Recommended

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.

While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.

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ACT 25th-75th Percentile 30-33

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1280-1460

Resource

Undergraduate Application Guide

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.

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The student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.

This means there are more faculty for each student, which can create an opportunity for more individualized attention and support in your studies.

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Students enrolled

Online student enrollment

8:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

On-campus

International

Online classes are available for students around the world.

Demographics

White

62%

Hispanic

10%

Black

Non-U.S. Citizen

Asian

Unknown

Two or more races

American Indian/Alaska Native

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

Female student population

55%

Socio-economic diversity

17% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Costs to Consider	Price
Books and supplies	$1,100
On-campus room and board	$13,430
On-campus other expenses	$1,060
Off-campus (not with family) room and board	$13,430
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses	$1,060
Off-campus (with family) other expenses	$1,060

Total cost by category	In-state	Out-of-state
On-campus	$72,450	$72,450
Off-campus without family	$72,450	$72,450
Off-campus with family	$59,020	$59,020

#	Programs	BA	MA	Doc
1	Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies
	Women's Studies
	African Studies
	American/United States Studies/Civilization
	Asian Studies/Civilization
	European Studies/Civilization
	Latin American Studies
	Near and Middle Eastern Studies
	Russian Studies
	Chinese Studies
	German Studies
	Italian Studies
2	Biological And Biomedical Sciences
	Molecular Biochemistry
	Biology/Biological Sciences, General
3	Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
	Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
	Accounting
	Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
	Organizational Behavior Studies
	Business Administration and Management, General
4	Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
	Journalism
5	Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
	Computer and Information Sciences, General
	Information Technology
	Computer and Information Systems Security
6	Education
	Educational Leadership and Administration, General
	Curriculum and Instruction
7	English Language And Literature/Letters
	English Language and Literature, General
	Rhetoric and Composition
8	Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
	Latin Language and Literature
	Spanish Language and Literature
	French Language and Literature
9	Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
	Bioethics/Medical Ethics
10	History
	History, General
11	Legal Professions And Studies
	Legal Assistant/Paralegal
	Programs for Foreign Lawyers (LL.M., M.C.L.)
	Law (LL.B., J.D.)
12	Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
	Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
13	Mathematics And Statistics
	Mathematics, General
14	Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
	Ancient Studies/Civilization
	Cognitive Science
	Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
15	Natural Resources And Conservation
	Environmental Studies
16	Philosophy And Religious Studies
	Philosophy
	Religion/Religious Studies
17	Physical Sciences
	Chemistry, General
	Physics, General
18	Psychology
	Psychology, General
19	Security And Protective Services
	Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
20	Social Sciences
	International Relations and Affairs
	Political Science and Government, General
	Sociology
	Geography
	International Economics
	Development Economics and International Development
	Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
	Anthropology
21	Visual And Performing Arts
	Film/Cinema Studies
	Fine/Studio Arts, General
	Art History, Criticism and Conservation
	Music, General
	Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General

University of Richmond

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

About University of Richmond

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight This school has a competitive acceptance rate. This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.

This school has a competitive acceptance rate.

Retention Rate Insight Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools. This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there. Learn more about how we determine school awards

Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.

Graduation Rate Insight Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools. This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner. Learn more about how we determine school awards

Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.

Application Considerations

Transfer Credit Policy

SAT & ACT

Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.

The student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.

Ways Students Can Learn

Demographics

Socio-economic diversity

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Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Total Undergraduate Cost

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Average Aid Awarded

Financial Outlook

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division I-FCS

Participation

Degrees Awarded by Program

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

Education

English Language And Literature/Letters

Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

History

Legal Professions And Studies

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Mathematics And Statistics

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

Natural Resources And Conservation

Philosophy And Religious Studies

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Security And Protective Services

Social Sciences

Visual And Performing Arts

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Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a competitive acceptance rate.

This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.

Retention Rate Insight

Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards

Graduation Rate Insight

Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards