University of Richmond
Liberal arts college · University of Richmond, VA · 2,980 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
22%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1410–1530
ACT (middle 50%)
33–35
Average net price
$34,256
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$84,768
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
87%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Richmond?
University of Richmond accepts about 22 of every 100 applicants (22%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1410 and 1530 on the SAT. A score at or above 1530 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1410, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 33–35.
The latest federal data says University of Richmond is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Richmond's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Richmond cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $84,768 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $34,256 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $67,840 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$67,840
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$67,840
- Room & board$18,010
- Total cost of attendance$84,768
- Average net price after grants$34,256
Popular majors
Business, Interdisciplinary Studies, Biology, Social Sciences.
University of Richmond FAQ
- What is University of Richmond's acceptance rate?
- 22% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Richmond?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1410–1530. Aim for 1530 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Richmond?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 33–35.
- Is University of Richmond test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Richmond is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Richmond's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Richmond cost?
- About $84,768 a year before aid; $34,256 on average after grants.
- What is University of Richmond's FAFSA school code?
- 003744. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Richmond receives your information.
- What is University of Richmond's graduation rate?
- 87% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Richmond
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of VirginiaCharlottesville, VA | 17% | 1410–1540 | $18,056 | 94% |
| University of Virginia's College at WiseWise, VA | 29% | 945–1120 | $5,869 | 44% |
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