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Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, VA • public • I | Atlantic 10 Conference
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Acceptance
93.1%
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Grad Rate
65%
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Cost
$35,062 / $57,536

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Midsize)
Student Population
Undergrad: 22,932 • Total: 30,974
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Richmond, VA
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Website
www.vcu.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 8,382 (36.6%) • Female: 14,550 (63.4%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
93.1%
17,729 admitted from 19,052 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 530-650
Math: 500-620
Total: 1030-1270
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
22-30
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$75
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
65.4%
4-Year Graduation Rate
46.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
86.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$35,062
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$57,536
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $13,200
Out-of-state: $35,674
Room & Board
$15,712
Books & Supplies
$6,150
Students Receiving Pell Grants
31%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (7)
Basketball Field Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Virginia Commonwealth University

What is Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate?
Virginia Commonwealth University accepts 93% of applicants, from 19,052 applications.
How much does Virginia Commonwealth University cost?
Tuition and fees are $13,200 in-state and $35,674 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Virginia Commonwealth University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 30 on the ACT.
What is Virginia Commonwealth University's graduation rate?
65% of students graduate within six years.