Acceptance Rate
22%
Avg. SAT
1530
75th percentile
“You'll paddle across Westhampton Lake to class at this polished Virginia liberal arts powerhouse, where preppy ambition fuels boardrooms and backboards alike.”
University of Richmond, VA
Location
Midsize City
Campus Setting
Founded in 1830 as a Baptist seminary on a sprawling Richmond estate, the University of Richmond evolved into a secular powerhouse by 1921, blending Southern tradition with modern polish. You'll thrive here if you're a driven Type-A student who loves tailored blazers, student government, and community service—think the kid who ran prom committee while volunteering abroad. The campus personality radiates refined energy: red-brick Gothic buildings frame two private lakes, creating an idyllic bubble that's equal parts Hogwarts and country club. But tradeoffs loom large: at $60K a year, it draws a mostly affluent, white, Southern crowd, which can feel clubby or isolating if you're from a different background; Richmond's revitalized but gritty urban edge (historic sites like the Confederate White House nearby) contrasts the manicured quad, demanding you venture off-campus for diversity.
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Academics
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In Richmond's intimate classrooms, where a 7:1 student-faculty ratio means professors know your nickname by week two, you'll dive into discussion-heavy seminars that sharpen debate skills over lectures. The Robins School of Business punches above its weight for undergrads, rivaling bigger programs in finance and entrepreneurship placements, while the unique Leadership Studies minor—requiring internships and self-reflection—turns vague 'leadership' buzz into tangible skills. Sciences shine in modular labs, and humanities foster close-knit majors like rhetoric, but research opps skew toward business juniors; tradeoffs include lighter STEM depth compared to research giants, so pure scientists might itch for more facilities.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
3,055 undergrad • 667 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
61%
Black / African American
7%
Hispanic / Latino
9%
Asian
6%
Other / Multi-racial
18%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
University of Richmond, VA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
A typical week pulses with 8 a.m. lake-view yoga, afternoon club fairs boasting 200+ groups (from quidditch to investment funds), and Friday tailgates before A-10 basketball blowouts featuring Spiders mascot antics. Residential life clusters freshmen in lively halls with lake-view suites, evolving to themed houses like the Boatwright global dorm; Greek life claims about a third, fueling themed parties without dominating. Traditions like the Spider Board elections (campus politics on steroids) and Westhampton Lake illuminations knit the vibe, but challenges hit: humid Virginia summers stifle outdoor hangs, and the social scene skews preppy-exclusive, leaving introverts or non-Greeks hunting connections amid the polish.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
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Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Atlantic 10 Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$13,287
$30K – $48K
$12,860
$48K – $75K
$13,389
$75K – $110K
$24,362
$110K+
$48,763
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
91%
4 Years Graduation Rate
82%
6 Years Graduation Rate
86%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$76,178
91% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Richmond and return in the fall. 82% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 86% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
82%
4-5 years
4%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
13%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$60,330
Acceptance
22%
Undergrads
3,055
4-Year Grad Rate
82%
Endowment
$1.7B
University of Richmond, VA 23173