University of Richmond is a private nonprofit 4-year college in University of Richmond, Virginia with 2,980 undergraduates. It admits 22% of applicants, costs an average of $34,256 a year after grants and graduates 87% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Richmond acceptance rate and admissions
University of Richmond admitted 22% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 5. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 700 to 750, math 710 to 780). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of Richmond application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early decision II | Jan 1, 2027 |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Jan 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early decision II, Jan 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of Richmond’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of Richmond tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $67,840 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $18,010 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $84,768 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $34,256 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $34,256 a year after grants and scholarships, $50,512 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of Richmond's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Richmond graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 87% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $92,362 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 23% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Richmond majors and what graduates earn
University of Richmond awarded bachelor's degrees in 42 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($112,621).
All 42 majors at University of Richmond
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of Richmond
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Professional doctorate | 151 | $74,189 | $123,875 |
| Business administration | Master's | 33 | $123,148 | $35,500 |
| Human resources | Master's | 30 | $73,211 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 21 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at University of Richmond
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,980 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 54% women, 46% men
- 7 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Richmond?
University of Richmond admitted 22% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Richmond cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $67,840. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $34,256 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of Richmond?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 700 to 750 in reading and writing and 710 to 780 in math, and 33 to 35 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of Richmond test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Richmond reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Richmond?
87% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Richmond graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $92,362 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.