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Richmont Graduate University

Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404

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Private urban college in Chattanooga

Richmont Graduate University is a private urban institution in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

Established
1933
Motto
Christus In Vobis Spes Gloriae
Type
Private, Graduate School

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News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Richmont Graduate University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

16

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (3)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
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Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Richmont was formalized in 2000 when the Chattanooga Bible Institute (CBI, est.
  • •1933) merged with the Psychological Studies Institute (PSI, est.
  • •In 2016 Richmont's Clinical Mental Health Program received accreditation from the Council on Accrediting Counseling Related Education Programs (CACREP).

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ATL Atlanta108 mi
BNA Nashville109 mi
BHM Birmingham132 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
New York, NY728 mi · ~21h 2m drive
Hartford, CT824 mi · ~23h 48m drive
Providence, RI883 mi · ~25h 31m drive
Albany, NY812 mi · ~23h 27m drive
Syracuse, NY738 mi · ~21h 19m drive
Rochester, NY695 mi · ~20h 5m drive
Buffalo, NY642 mi · ~18h 33m drive
Philadelphia, PA649 mi · ~18h 45m drive
Pittsburgh, PA472 mi · ~13h 38m drive
Harrisburg, PA584 mi · ~16h 52m drive
Newark, NJ721 mi · ~20h 50m drive
Washington, DC527 mi · ~15h 13m drive
Baltimore, MD560 mi · ~16h 11m drive
Atlanta, GA102 mi · ~2h 57m drive
Charlotte, NC251 mi · ~7h 15m drive
Raleigh, NC377 mi · ~10h 53m drive
Miami, FL709 mi · ~20h 29m drive
Orlando, FL504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
Tampa, FL517 mi · ~14h 56m drive
Nashville, TN115 mi · ~3h 19m drive
New Orleans, LA449 mi · ~12h 58m drive
Richmond, VA469 mi · ~13h 33m drive
Chicago, IL490 mi · ~14h 9m drive
Detroit, MI518 mi · ~14h 58m drive
Minneapolis, MN806 mi · ~23h 17m drive
St. Louis, MO368 mi · ~10h 38m drive
Kansas City, MO584 mi · ~16h 52m drive
Indianapolis, IN331 mi · ~9h 34m drive
Columbus, OH362 mi · ~10h 27m drive
Cleveland, OH487 mi · ~14h 4m drive
Milwaukee, WI571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Dallas, TX679 mi · ~19h 37m drive
Houston, TX692 mi · ~19h 59m drive
Austin, TX796 mi · ~23h drive
San Antonio, TX863 mi · ~24h 56m drive
Los Angeles, CA1869 mi · ~54h drive
San Francisco, CA2061 mi · ~59h 32m drive
San Diego, CA1828 mi · ~52h 49m drive
Seattle, WA2085 mi · ~60h 14m drive
Portland, OR2078 mi · ~60h 2m drive
Denver, CO1127 mi · ~32h 33m drive
Phoenix, AZ1530 mi · ~44h 12m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1498 mi · ~43h 17m drive
Honolulu, HI4428 mi · ~127h 55m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Atlanta (ATL)108 miles
Rental car
162 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
216 min$130-216
Nashville (BNA)109 miles
Rental car
164 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
218 min$131-218

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