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UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND (UR)

  • 28 Westhampton Way
  • Richmond, VA 23173
  • OPEID College Code: 00374400
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  • General Phone: (804) 289-8000
  • President: Edward L. Ayers
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
  • Local Area: Midsized City
  • Student Enrollment: 4,344
  • College Alias: UR
  • College Mascot: Spiders
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University of Richmond - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
    Student Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
    • State Approved for Certification
  • ROTC
    • Army
    Mission Statement
  • The mission of the University of Richmond is to sustain a collaborative learning and research community that supports the personal development of its members and the creation of new knowledge. A Richmond education prepares students to live lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a global and pluralistic society.

    Approved March 15, 2005 by the Board of Trustees
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Accreditation
  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
    • Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • Arts & Sciences Plus Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
 
 
 
University of Richmond Campus Map
 
    Admission Fees Fall 2009
  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
  • Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • Required
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • Required
  • TOEFL
    • Required
 
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants3,2914,5957,886
Number Granted Admission (%)1,242 (38%)1,856 (40%)3,098 (39%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)376 (30%)547 (29%)923 (30%)
 
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam79686%
ACT ® Exam33937%
 
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading580670
SAT ® Math590680
SAT ® Writing580690
 
ACT ® Composite2630
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving34%11%17%57%
Avg Amount Receiving$5,102$6,877$2,944$29,011
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)1.1%1.2%1.2%
Number in Default888
Number in Repayment698636662
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$40,010$38,850$37,610
In-State Tuition and Fees$40,010$38,850$37,610
Out of State Tuition and Fees$40,010$38,850$37,610
Books and Supplies$1,050$1,050$1,050
 
Housing Expenses
On Campus
Room and Board$8,480$8,200$7,200
Other Expenses$990$990$990
Off Campus
Room and Board$8,480$8,200$7,200
Other Expenses$990$990$990
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$990$990$990
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$50,530$49,090$46,850
In-State$50,530$49,090$46,850
Out of State$50,530$49,090$46,850
Off Campus
In-District$50,530$49,090$46,850
In-State$50,530$49,090$46,850
Out of State$50,530$49,090$46,850
Off Campus with Family
In-District$42,050$40,890$39,650
In-State$42,050$40,890$39,650
Out of State$42,050$40,890$39,650
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctor
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology Degree--36--
Molecular Biochemistry Degree--9--
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Accounting Degree--4810-
Business Administration Degree--13352-
Human Resources Degree61379-
Organizational Behavior Studies Degree--38--
 
Communications and Journalism
Journalism Degree--13--
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Degree--5--
Information Science Studies Degree227--
Information Technology Degree--1--
 
Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Other Degree62----
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature Degree--275-
Speech Degree--35--
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
African Studies Degree--1--
Area, Ethnic, Cultural and Gender Studies, Other Degree--1--
Asian Civilization Studies Degree--2--
European Civilization Studies Degree--9--
German Studies Degree-----
Italian Studies Degree-----
Latin American Studies Degree--2--
Russian Studies Degree-----
United States Studies Degree--3--
Womens Studies Degree--1--
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
Ancient Greek Language and Literature Degree-----
French Language and Literature Degree--6--
Latin Language and Literature Degree--3--
Spanish Language and Literature Degree--22--
 
History
History Degree--383-
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Ancient Civilization Studies Degree--3--
Cognitive Science Degree-----
Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree--21--
 
Legal Professions and Studies
Paralegal Degree1617--
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts Degree-6245-
Humanistic Studies Degree--1--
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics Degree--2--
 
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Studies Degree--8--
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy Degree--4--
Religious Studies Degree--2--
 
Physical Sciences
Chemistry Degree--26--
Physics Degree--7--
 
Psychology
Psychology Degree--482-
 
Public Administration and Social Services
Human Services Degree3152-
 
Security and Protective Services
Criminal Justice Degree--8--
 
Social Sciences
Anthropology Degree--2--
Economics Degree--31--
Economics, Other Degree--5--
Geography Degree--1--
International Economics Degree--4--
International Relations and Affairs Degree--19--
Political Science Degree--55--
Sociology Degree--14--
Urban Studies and Affairs Degree--3--
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Art History Degree--7--
Drama Degree--2--
Fine Studio Arts Degree--5--
Music Degree--5--
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 4,344
    • Undergraduate: 3,387 Graduate: 957
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
    • Male: 1,987 Female: 2,357
  • Undergraduate Gender
    • Male: 1,554 Female: 1,833
  • Graduate Gender
    • Male: 433 Female: 524
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
    • Full-Time: 3,590 Part-Time: 754
  • Undergraduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 2,994 Part-Time: 393
  • Graduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 596 Part-Time: 361
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien2446%
American Indian140.3%
Black3688%
Asian1934%
Hispanic1313%
White2,97168%
Unknown42310%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 18621%
Ages 18-191,49134%
Ages 20-211,16127%
Ages 22-2455313%
Ages 25-2942910%
Ages 30-341754%
Ages 35-391233%
Ages 40-492195%
Ages 50-651253%
Age Over 6560.1%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1,7751,431344
Faculty Status635386249
Tenured Faculty1941913
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service628379249
Primarily Instruction625376249
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial7676-
Other Professionals43741621
Technical and/or Paraprofessional63456074
Clerical And Secretarial24721631
Skilled Crafts5959-
Service and/or Maintenance32528243
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$89,367 (337)$96,507 (199)$79,071 (138)
Professor$132,046 (78)$136,752 (59)$117,431 (19)
Associate Professor$92,696 (111)$96,300 (66)$87,411 (45)
Assistant Professor$72,919 (76)$75,645 (37)$70,333 (39)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$86,061 (37)$97,716 (20)$72,349 (17)
Professor$156,034 (6)$162,580 (5)$123,300 (1)
Associate Professor$102,891 (8)$106,045 (5)$97,633 (3)
Assistant Professor$72,142 (3)- (-)$72,142 (3)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$87,492 (374)$94,995 (219)$76,891 (155)
Professor$131,733 (84)$136,461 (64)$116,604 (20)
Associate Professor$92,124 (119)$95,629 (71)$86,940 (48)
Assistant Professor$72,392 (79)$75,645 (37)$69,526 (42)
Overall Athletic Team Information
  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Athlete Student Aid
Total Aid$8,042,932$4,422,579$3,620,353
Ratio (%)100%55%45%
 
Participants
All Athletes477231246
Unduplicated Athletes376207169
Baseball3030-
Basketball301614
All Track Combined16647119
Field Hockey23-23
Football9494-
Golf201010
Lacrosse24-24
Soccer512427
Swimming and Diving19-19
Tennis201010
 
Coaches Salaries
Head Coaches-$153,377$65,747
Assistant Coaches-$48,372$30,601
 
Coaches
All Coaches593029
Baseball44-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches33-
Basketball844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
All Track Combined1266
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1055
Field Hockey4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Football1111-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches1010-
Golf211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Lacrosse2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Soccer734
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches523
Swimming and Diving5-5
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches4-4
Tennis413
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches2-2
    Retention Rates
  • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 92%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students86%
 
By Gender
Male86%
Female86%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien71%
Black81%
Asian80%
Hispanic92%
White87%
 
By Years Prior to Graduation
4 Years or Less82%
5 Years86%
6 Years86%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Arrests
Residence Hall
Drug Related1126
Liquor Related46
On Campus
Weapons Related-1
Drug Related1536
Liquor Related942
 
Criminal Offenses
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape11
Burglary2514
Arson11
On Campus
Forcible Rape22
Aggravated Assault21
Burglary2917
Vehicle Theft22
Arson11
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