Student Profile

Student Profile

Student Profile

The University of Richmond embraces a holistic and student-centered admission process that values the diverse talents, backgrounds, and ambitions of each applicant. We carefully evaluate academic achievements alongside character, creativity, involvement, and potential contributions to our vibrant community.

The following statistics underscore Richmond's reputation for academic rigor, community engagement, and a supportive, student-centered environment.

Class of 2030 Overview

Applications and Enrollment

18,420

Applications

18,420 total applications received for the Class of 2030, University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.
3,841

Admitted

3,841 students admitted for the Class of 2030, University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.
876

Enrolled

876 enrolled first-year students in the Class of 2030, University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.

Enrolled Class by Application Plan

48%

Early Decision

Early Decision: 48% of enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030), University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.
23%

Early Action

Early Action: 23% of enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030), University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.
22%

Regular Decision

Regular Decisionn: 22% of enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030), University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.
7%

Wait List

Waitlist: 7% of enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030), University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.

Admitted Student Academic Profile

The following ranges are not predictors of admission and do not account for all academic factors (high school context, etc.); they simply reflect the middle half of students admitted to the Class of 2030.

For students entering in 2027, the University of Richmond is providing a test optional admission path. Students who wish to do so may still submit standardized test results to support their application.

Middle 50%

Core GPA

(Unweighted)

3.84
4.00

Middle 50% of admitted students had an unweighted core GPA between 3.84 and 4.00.

SAT
1450
1520

Middle 50% of admitted students who submitted SAT scores scored between 1450 and 1520.

ACT
33
35

Middle 50% of admitted students who submitted ACT scores scored between 33 and 35.

Rigor of Curriculum

3/4

of enrolled students took the most demanding curriculum at their school

3 out of 4 enrolled students took the most demanding curriculum at their school.

Class of 2030 Geography



14% Virginia

14% of enrolled students are from Virginia

26% Mid-Atlantic

26% of enrolled students are from Mid-Atlantic

18% New England

18% of enrolled students are from New England

21% South

21% of enrolled students are from the South

6% Midwest

6% of enrolled students are from the Midwest

5% West

5% of enrolled students are from the West

8% International

8% of enrolled students are Internations

1% U.S. Territories &

U.S. Citizens Living Abroad

1% of enrolled students are from U.s. Territories & U.S. Citizens Living Abroad

High School Representation

659

High Schools Represented

659 distinct high schools are represented among enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030), University of Richmond — Richmond, Virginia, USA.
506

High Schools Sending Only One Student

506 of those high schools sent exactly one enrolled first-year student.
55%

Public

55% of enrolled first-year students graduated from public high schools.
45%

Independent

45% of enrolled first-year students graduated from independent schools.

Class of 2030 Demographics

45%

Male

Male: 45% of enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030).
55%

Female

Female: 55% of enrolled first-year students (Class of 2030).
8%

International Citizens

International citizens (non-U.S.): 8% of enrolled first-year students.
10%

First-Generation College Students

First-generation college students (neither parent/guardian holds a bachelor’s degree): 10% of enrolled first-year students.

Financial Aid

Overview

69%

Undergraduate Students Receiving Financial Aid

69% of undergraduate students receive financial aid.
$48,240

Average Financial Aid Award

The average total financial aid award per recipient is $48,240.
$108 million

Total Institutional Grants and Scholarships Awarded

The university awarded $108 million in institutional grants and scholarships in total.

Need-Based Aid

34%

Undergraduates Demonstrating Need

34% of undergraduates demonstrate financial need.
$66,590

Average Financial Aid Package for These Students

Among students who demonstrate need, the average need-based aid package is $66,590.

Merit-Based Aid

1 in 10

Enrolled Students Receive a Merit Scholarship

Approximately 1 in 10 enrolled students—about 10%—receive a merit scholarship.
$15.9 million

Total Amount Awarded

The total amount of merit scholarships awarded is $15.9 million.

Class of 2030
Activities & Accomplishments

Rest assured that your extra-curricular activities will never be taken at face value. Our holistic evaluation goes well beyond counting clubs, aggregating hours spent, or tallying leadership positions. We recognize these as your talents, passions, and goals that you will bring with you to our campus – and one day – use to make an impact.

The activities and accomplishments below represent more than just the breadth and depth of involvement for the Class of 2030. These are some of the ways we identified ambition, determination, and curiosity – the qualities that define Spiders before they ever set foot on our campus. Don’t see yourself in these experiences? Don’t worry – we know you may demonstrate these qualities in different ways. We can’t wait to see them.

Leadership

199

founded a club, community organization, non-profit, or business during high school

199 students founded a club, community organization, non-profit, or business while in high school.
319

student government presidents, Eagle Scouts, or team captains

319 students served as a student government president, earned Eagle Scout, or were a team captain.

Activism

588

participated in community service/engaged in social justice work

588 students participated in community service or engaged in social justice work.
79

made meaningful contributions toward sustainability

79 students made meaningful contributions toward sustainability.

Interests

530

worked part-time/completed internships or independent research

530 students worked part-time, completed internships, or conducted independent research.
282

involved in the arts

282 students were actively involved in the arts.