
Randolph - Macon College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Ashland, VA, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately 1,200 students are enrolled yearly at Randolph - Macon College.
Students can pick from several areas of study, including:
- Social Sciences
- History
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Randolph - Macon College earn an SAT score between 1470 - 1770, or an ACT composite score between 22 - 27. 56% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 17% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $35,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $6,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.
Randolph - Macon College offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at www.rmc.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Randolph – Macon College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Randolph – Macon College is about 1,400. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 29% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $37,000-$44,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- For part-time students, charges are between $1,400-$1,600 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $22,596 |
Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $8,740 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Randolph – Macon College may provide services like:- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Randolph – Macon College is approximately 62%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 57% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2009)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Randolph-Macon is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Old Dominion Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Old Dominion Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Old Dominion Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Randolph – Macon College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communication, General (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B)
Engineering
- Engineering Physics (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Asian Studies (B)
- Women's Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- German Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- Latin Language and Literature (B)
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Ancient Greek Language and Literature
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Archaeology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Arts Management (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Randolph – Macon College.
- University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA (37 miles away)
- College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA (54 miles away)
- Longwood University in Farmville, VA (59 miles away)
- St Mary's College of Maryland in St. Mary's City, MD (64 miles away)
- Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA (72 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Randolph – Macon College for official up-to-date information.