Weighing the scales of justice
Presidential Scholars explore America’s commitment to justice through internships with the Virginia Poverty Law Center and the Legal Aid Society.
The social sciences focus on the study of human society. From psychology to political science to international studies, Richmond offers you a wealth of opportunities for in-depth study of society — whether in a close-knit, dynamic classroom environment with dedicated faculty, or through an array of “real-world” experiences ranging from study abroad (70% of Richmond students) to research (50%) to internships (90%). Our interdisciplinary majors in Health Studies and PPEL (Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law), along with our unique School of Leadership Studies, typify the cross-disciplinary opportunities available to students.
The Richmond Guarantee
Every Richmond undergraduate is guaranteed University funding for a paid summer experience, up to $5300, before graduating. Programs like UR Summer Fellowships allow you to pursue the internship or faculty-mentored research experience that best complements your academic pursuits — in any field of endeavor, and in any part of the world.
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Feature Stories
UR Now: Student Experience
UR seniors make their mark on Richmond's cultural and natural landscapes
From content creation to managing invasive species, University of Richmond interns gained invaluable experience and deeper connections to the city they call home.
UR Now: Student Experience
Spiders turn a passion for baseball into front-office internships
From the bleachers to the big leagues, Emma Shirley and Will Scharpf learn what goes on behind the scenes of professional sports teams.
UR Now: Alumni
UR named to Peace Corps’ 2025 top volunteer-producing schools list
Meet two alumni who volunteered for service in Zambia and Ethiopia — part of a legacy of UR graduates making a global impact.
Cooking up sustainable solutions in Rwanda
COO alum advances sustainable cooking solutions in Rwanda.
UR Now: Student Experience
Interning at Aloha Camp reinforced UR senior’s interest in a pediatric career
Gretchen Klotz returns to a place she frequented as a child and learned the value of leadership, empathy, and inclusion.
