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University of Richmond

University of Richmond is a medium, private institution located in University of Richmond, va. Founded in 1830, University of Richmond offers undergraduate degrees in 67 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 3,069 undergraduates
cost $60,330
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Richmond? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 24.4%
SAT score average 1474
ACT score average 33
Average high school GPA 3.8
Application fee $50
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Richmond is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 8:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
8 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Law and Legal Studies
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Other
Health and Medical Professions
Social Sciences and Psychology
Computer Science and Information Technology

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Law
Human Resources Management and Services
Biology, General
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Accounting and Related Services
Economics

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $60,330
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,870
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $1,130
Cost of attendance* $77,330
Financial aid package $60,739
Estimated cost $16,591 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $60,330
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,870
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $1,130
Cost of attendance* $77,330
Financial aid package $60,739
Estimated cost $16,591 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Richmond has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,069, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

3,776

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
48%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
31%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Richmond, students love their Greek Life. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 410 Westhampton Way, University of Richmond, VA 23173
phone 804-289-8000
address https://www.richmond.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Greek life

Student governments

Green ur

Outdoor clubs

Finance society

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Richmond to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Richmond?

University of Richmond is located in University of Richmond, va.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Richmond? 

The acceptance rate for University of Richmond is 24%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Richmond?

The average high school GPA for University of Richmond students was 3.8.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Richmond?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Richmond including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $309,320.

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