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Known for business — major research university
Virginia Commonwealth University is a public institution in Richmond with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1168, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 20.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,128 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,452.
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Virginia Commonwealth University Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1168
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$19,452
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
58.3%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,021
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
159
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (213)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average