University of Richmond Admission Requirements
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University of Richmond Admission Overview
University of Richmond admission requirements are very highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Virginia. Last year University of Richmond admitted 22.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.71 GPA (A-) and SAT 1410-1530 / ACT 33-35. University of Richmond is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Richmond is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of Richmond Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very High
Admission difficulty for University of Richmond
Acceptance Rate
The University of Richmond acceptance rate is 22.2%. Last year, only 3,585 of 16,152 applicants were admitted. That is the 3rd lowest acceptance rate in Virginia and the 81st lowest in the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of Richmond and can you get accepted?
University of Richmond is a very highly competitive school to get into, admitting fewer than one in four applicants. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet last year's profile.
University of Richmond typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.71. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Richmond GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.71Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.71
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of Richmond typically have around a 3.71 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Matching last year's 3.71 average does not by itself determine admission. University of Richmond is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #10 in Virginia for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Richmond SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1410-1530Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
19%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 700
- Math 710
- Composite 1410
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 750
- Math 780
- Composite 1530
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of Richmond typically score around a 1470 SAT (middle 50% 1410–1530) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 98th percentile nationally. University of Richmond ranks #3 in the state of Virginia and #58 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1410 to 1530
Matching last year's 1410–1530 range does not by itself determine admission.
SAT policy
University of Richmond is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1470 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Richmond ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
33-35Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
14%25th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite 33
75th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite 35
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of Richmond typically have around a 34 ACT (mid-50 33–35) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 99th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Richmond places #1 among colleges in Virginia and #37 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 33 to 35
Landing in last year's 33–35 band does not, on its own, decide admission.
ACT policy
You may apply to University of Richmond without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 34.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
54% of University of Richmond freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Richmond and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jan 1, 2027Days left to Apply
123Applicants have 123 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jan 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Richmond is $50.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of Richmond is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 22.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.71 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1410-1530); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=233374.
GPA calculator: University of Richmond GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026