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  • Private University
  • Institute Icon350 acre campus
  • Estd. 1830

About University of Richmond

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The University of Richmond, is a private university that welcomed its first cohort of students in 1830. The main campus of the university is located in Richmond, USA. As part of its course catalogue, the university has 3 courses across 2 streams, the most popular being Engineering and Business & Management Studies. These courses are divided as 2 courses at UG level and 1 course at graduate level. List of popular courses are MBA/PGDM, B.E. / B.Tech and BBA. The UG courses have an average duration of 48 months, while that of graduate courses is around 24 months. The University of Richmond tuition fee for the first-year tuition fee for UG courses is USD 62,600 (INR 6,062,184). For PG courses, this costs USD 25,600 (INR 2,479,104). For students relocating to Richmond, the annual cost of living is around USD 15,790 - 16,290 (INR 1,529,104 - 1,577,524). University of Richmond prioritizes applicants with a strong academic record. Therefore, prospective students are required to meet the admission requirements to maximize their chances of acceptance. The following exam scores are deemed acceptable for admissions by the institute: IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT and PTE.

Year of establishment
1830
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Total foreign students
374
Campus size
350 acres
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
USD 2 billion
Scholarships granted
2228
Scholarship amount granted
USD 91 million
Application fees
USD 50
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
436
Faculty/Student ratio
8
UG/PG course ratio
0.18
Total criminal offences
73
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Q:   What is the overall acceptance rate for the University of Richmond?
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As of 2020, the University of Richmond had an acceptance rate of 30.9%, making it a bit selective university. It is also considered a slightly selective university owing to its need-aware review process for international students.
Q:   Is it possible to get into University of Richmond's MBA programme without work experience?
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To gain admission to the University of Richmond's MBA program, applicants are generally required to have at least two years of professional work experience after completing their bachelor's degree. This work experience is essential as the programme is designed for working professionals who can apply what they learn in evening courses to their careers. An admissions interview will also be scheduled with Amy McCracken, Associate Dean of Graduate and Executive Programs for the Robins School of Business for admission into the program. 

University of Richmond Ranking 2026

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Q:   What is the rank of University of Richmond in the world?
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The University of Richmond is ranked as follows:
#25 in National Liberal Arts Colleges according to the 2024 edition of Best Colleges by US News.
#25 among the nation's "Best Liberal Arts Colleges" by U.S. News & World Report in 2024.
#81 on Forbes' list of Top Colleges 2023.

In the 2022–23 Best Colleges guide by U.S. News & World Report, the University of Richmond was ranked #18 overall among national liberal arts colleges, marking a significant improvement from its previous rankings. 

University of Richmond Admission

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  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   Can an average Indian student join University of Richmond?
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Yes, an average Indian student can join the University of Richmond. The university welcomes applications from all students regardless of citizenship or residency, including Indian students. International students, including those from India, are encouraged to apply through the Common Application or Coalition Application like all other students. The acceptance rate for international students who do not apply for financial aid is the same as for U.S. students, but it is lower for international students who apply for financial aid due to Richmond's need-aware admission policy for non-U.S. citizens. 







University of Richmond Popular Courses

MBA/PGDM
B.E. / B.Tech
BBA

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University of Richmond Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
Duration: 2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
B.E. / B.Tech(1 course)
Duration: 4 years
Exam Accepted: SAT, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
BBA(1 course)
Duration: 4 years
Exam Accepted: SAT, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   What GPA do you need for undergraduate programs at the University of Richmond?
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Although, there is no minimum GPA requirements for regular courses, the Honors Program may have GPA requirements as per course/subject. As per the Student Profile for Class of 2025, the middle 50% of unweighted GPA was 3.73-4.0.







University of Richmond
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Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

77%

Hispanic

9%

Black

6%

Asian

6%

UG Student residence

Out of state

74%

In state

14%

Foreign

10%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

96%

25 and over

3%

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UG Number of Applicant

14364
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Overall Graduation Rate

88
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UG Enrollment

3145
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PG Enrollment

731

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Usually, the university has about 10%-15% of international freshmen every year. For the Class of 2025, the university is home to 11% of international freshmen.
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University CityRichmond, Virginia, USA
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Population of City2,27,032

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"28 Westhampton Way 52 Richmond Way University of Richmond, VA 23173 USA"

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"28 Westhampton Way
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University of Richmond, VA 23173 USA"

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