Undergraduate Admission

Congrats Class of 2027!

Selecting the right college requires asking the important questions. Perhaps you’re wondering if you can study abroad, if you can pursue multiple (and unrelated) areas of study, or even if you’ll receive guaranteed funding for your internships and research projects. At Richmond, the answer to these questions (and many, many more) is enthusiastically yes.

Don’t just take our word for it - see it for yourself! Register for our admitted student events and discover your promising future without that lingering if. We think you’ll like what you find.

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Admission Insider's Guide

October 10, 2022

Understanding College Cost

High School Counselors: this one’s for you. As admission letters roll in, cost is about to become a very real factor in decision making. Here are a few things for families to consider when thinking about college costs. We hope these tips are helpful, but please feel free to reach out at any time if the University of Richmond can help!

September 9, 2022

"How's Your Biology Program?" ... and Other Questions to Rethink

You probably have many questions, and it is our job to answer them all. We want to help you discover whether UR is the right fit. However, while there are no "silly" questions, not all questions are created equal. Some don’t answer what you really want to know. Here are some ways to turn that less-than-awesome question into one that will impress your admission officer this fall.

August 18, 2022

Finding Your College Fit

Finding the right fit simply means finding an institution that you like. And, importantly, a place that will provide an environment where you belong and experiences that will allow you succeed academically, socially, and personally.

July 6, 2022

Crafting an Effective Activities Resume

It’s important not to narrowly interpret extracurricular activities to mean “what I do after school, through my school.” The reality is that we want to know where you dedicate your time.