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US ranking
position: 1073
Tuition & fees per year: $67,840
Acceptance rate: 23.00%
Median alumni salary: $52,666
Avg. SAT and ACT: N/A
Entrance difficulty: N/A

What are the graduation rates for students at University of Richmond?

The University of Richmond demonstrates impressive graduation outcomes, with an overall graduation rate of 88%, placing it within the top 5% of institutions nationally. This high rate reflects the university's strong academic environment and student support systems. When examining graduation rates by gender, men graduate at a rate of 86%, while women graduate slightly higher at 89%, both categorized as very high and ranking within the top 10% nationwide.

The retention rate at University of Richmond is similarly notable, with 93% of students continuing their studies after their first year, representing a very high level of student persistence and engagement compared to other universities. Furthermore, the four-year graduation rate stands at 82%, again within the top 5%, underscoring the efficiency with which students complete their degrees. The six-year graduation rate reaches 88%, also very high and within the top 10%, indicating strong long-term completion.

These figures collectively highlight University of Richmond's effectiveness in facilitating degree completion within a reasonable timeframe for its students. The consistency of high graduation and retention rates across the board signals a supportive academic culture conducive to student success.

What is the earning potential for graduates at University of Richmond?

Graduates from University of Richmond exhibit a diverse range of earning potentials depending on their field of study. Among the highest earners are those who pursued degrees in Computer and Information Sciences, General, with an average income of $68,711. Similarly, graduates with degrees in Accounting and Related Services can expect earnings around $64,179, indicating strong returns in these areas of study.

Business Administration, Management and Operations also offers competitive earnings, with graduates earning approximately $55,668 on average. Economics graduates fare well too, with reported earnings near $57,385, showcasing the value of degrees oriented toward business and economic disciplines at University of Richmond.

Fields related to management and services provide moderate incomes, as seen with Human Resources Management and Services at $46,998. Political Science and Government graduates have median earnings of about $40,110, while those who studied Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies report earnings around $43,652, presenting viable options with respectable financial outcomes.

The more specialized or humanities-centered degrees tend to have lower average earnings. For example, graduates in Area Studies report incomes near $25,863, and Bioethics/Medical Ethics graduates earn around $23,712. Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics degree holders see averages close to $31,343.

At the lower end of the earning spectrum, Biology graduates report earnings of about $16,026, highlighting the varied prospects in natural sciences compared to technical and business-oriented disciplines at University of Richmond.

University of Richmond Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 88%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 82%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 88%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

University of Richmond Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 19

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: Data not available

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

University of Richmond Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Natural Resources and Conservation

639

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies

303

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

9413

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

81826

Education

101

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

426

Legal Professions and Studies

808

English Language and Literature/Letters

221032

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

404

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

501767

Mathematics and Statistics

7815

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

312657

Philosophy and Religious Studies

011

Physical Sciences

81422

Psychology

30838

Social Sciences

464389

Visual and Performing Arts

10515

Health Professions and Related Programs

22527

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

168193361

History

5510

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Education

22931

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

347

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

302858

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