University of Richmond
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Richmond
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
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 3,054, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 23%. The university offers 53 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 88%, and a student-faculty ratio of 7:1. Tuition and fees for students are $62,600.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*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
ACT 25th-75th Percentile32-34
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1410-1530
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
37%
Online student enrollment
7:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
49%
Unknown
1%
Black
5%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
13% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
1
Total Online Enrollment
1,408
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.37% online, 63% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
99% On-campus
1% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates20% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $62,600 | $62,600 |
| Graduate | $27,852 | $27,852 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $16,210 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,440 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,210 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,510 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,510 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,250 | $81,250 |
| Off-campus without family | $81,320 | $81,320 |
| Off-campus with family | $65,110 | $65,110 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
13%
State Grant Aid
14%
Institution Grant Aid
63%
Pell Grant
13%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$52k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- All Track Combined
- Field Hockey
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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