Academics

Student-led discoveries shine at A&S Symposium

Over 300 students presented their scholarly work from nearly 30 disciplines in the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences.Read more

Three Richmond students receive Goldwater Awards

Three juniors have received Goldwater scholarships, the preeminent undergraduate award in science and math — tying UR’s record for the most in a single year.

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UR is Money Mag's No. 6 best college for business majors

Richmond earned a high rank in the publication's recent list of the nation's top 50 colleges for business majors.Read Story

Three students awarded critical language scholarships

The prestigious Critical Language Scholarships Program is part of a U.S. government initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering critical foreign languages, which the U.S Department of State defines as those languages less commonly taught in U.S. schools but essential for America’s national security and economic prosperity.

Math professor honored for extraordinary teaching

Professor of mathematics Della Dumbaugh has received the John M. Smith Award for Distinguished College or University Teaching from the Mathematical Association of America’s Maryland, D.C., Virginia section.

The curiosity within us fuels endless discovery.

The people you’ll find at the University of Richmond are insatiably curious, always digging deeper to reveal new insights and information. Through research, discovery, and artistic expression, we create new knowledge, cultivate creativity, amplify voices, and champion innovation. Our students become part of a community of thinkers, creators, and achievers who bring everything they have to make this place everything it is.

And while our idyllic brick buildings and lush green spaces may look traditional — the programs we offer are anything but. Whether it’s creating the first leadership school, facilitating research opportunities for all students, or ensuring access and attainment through innovative admissions policies and academic programs, we’re setting a higher standard in higher education.

Undergraduate

Majors, Minors, and Concentrations

Program	Major	Minor	Concentration
Accounting	Available		Available
American Studies	Available	Available
Anthropology	Available	Available
Arabic	Available	Available
Archaeology		Available
Art History	Available	Available
Art, Visual Media and Arts Practice	Available	Available
Arts Management			Available
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology	Available
Biology	Available	Available
Business Administration	Available	Available
Accounting			Available
Business Economics			Available
Finance			Available
International Business			Available
Management			Available
Marketing			Available
Chemistry	Available	Available
Chinese Studies	Available	Available
Chinese and International Business	Available
Classical Civilization	Available	Available
Cognitive Science	Available
Communications (See Rhetoric and Communications Studies)	Available	Available
Comparative Literature			Available
Computer Science	Available	Available
Creative Writing		Available
Dance	Available	Available
Economics (Arts & Sciences)	Available	Available
Economics (Business)	Available		Available
Education		Available
Education and Society		Available
English	Available	Available
Combined major in Classics	Available
Combined major in French	Available
Combined major in German	Available
Combined major in Greek	Available
Combined major in Latin	Available
Combined major in Theatre	Available
Combined major in WGSS	Available
Entrepreneurship		Available
Environmental Studies	Available	Available
Film Studies	Available	Available
French	Available	Available
French and International Business	Available
Geography	Available	Available
German Studies	Available	Available
German and International Business	Available
Global Studies	Available
Cultures and Communication			Available
Development and Change			Available
International Economics			Available
Politics and Governance			Available
Greek	Available	Available
Healthcare Studies	Available	Available
History	Available	Available
Integrated Science		Available
Interdisciplinary Studies	Available
Italian Studies	Available	Available
Italian and International Business	Available
Japanese		Available
Jewish Studies		Available
Journalism	Available	Available
Latin	Available	Available
Latin American, Latino, and Iberian Studies	Available	Available
LALIS and International Business	Available
Law and the Liberal Arts		Available
Leadership Studies	Available	Available
Linguistics		Available
Luso-Brazilian Studies		Available
Mathematical Economics	Available
Mathematics	Available	Available
Medieval and Renaissance Studies			Available
Music	Available	Available
Neuroscience			Available
Philosophy	Available	Available
Physics	Available	Available
Physics - Interdisciplinary	Available
Political Science	Available
Philosophy, Politics, Economics and Law (PPEL)	Available
Psychology	Available	Available
Religious Studies	Available	Available
Rhetoric and Communication Studies	Available	Available
Russian Studies	Available	Available
Self-Designed Concentrations			Available
Sociology	Available	Available
Spanish (see LALIS)	Available	Available
Theatre	Available	Available
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies	Available	Available

Master's Degrees

The University of Richmond offers master's degrees and graduate certificates.

Master's Degrees

Graduate Certificates

Professional & Continuing Studies

The School of Professional & Continuing Studies (SPCS) offers degree and certificate programs, enrichment opportunities, professional training and summer programs to part-time and non-traditional students of all ages.

Undergraduate Majors

The school also offers a variety of optional minors plus concentrations for liberal arts majors.

Undergraduate Certificates

Graduate Certificates

Master's Degrees

Noncredit

The School of Professional and Continuing Studies offers a wide array of noncredit courses and programs for enrichment and professional development. We offer classroom-based programs, and in conjunction with our educational partners, a wide array of online noncredit programs.

MBA & Executive Education

The University of Richmond offers MBA, Executive Education, and Mini MBA programs through the Robins School of Business.

Master's of Business Administration (MBA)

The Richmond MBA, ranked among the top 30 programs for professionals nationally, aims to enhance the strategic thinking of experienced individuals through rigorous courses that feature applied learning opportunities. The success of The Richmond MBA program is a result of close collaboration among a high-quality student body, outstanding faculty, and local business and community leaders. The curriculum is designed to be flexible, so students may complete the program in either two or three years.

Executive Education

Executive Education is a customizable program offering a wide range of classes and workshops, consulting and coaching services, and development programs personalized and tailored to the needs and culture of your individual organization.

Mini MBA

Executive Education at the Robins School offers a practical foundation in current business practices through the Mini MBA, a non-credit certificate program in an intensive, 14-week format. This one-night-per-week, evening program is designed to fit the needs of working professionals.

Law School

Law

The University of Richmond School of Law combines a rigorous academic program with an extensive selection of clinical placements and experiential learning opportunities to create an extraordinary legal education. The Law School’s highly regarded faculty of teacher-scholars includes nationally and internationally recognized experts, and its low student-faculty ratio reinforces a culture of professional mentoring and mutual support.

Learn more about Richmond Law