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For more than 180 years, Spiders have come to the University of Richmond with the expectation to exceed expectations. We invite curiosity and questions, integrating hands-on experience to find answers … or more questions. As a top-25 liberal arts university, we celebrate the idea of a changing and evolving world, and we make it our mission to prepare Spiders to lead it.
Learn More About Richmond
By the numbers: who we are and how we rank.
We recognize there’s no "one size fits all" when it comes to your academic experience, so we tailor our curriculum to be rigorous enough to keep up with all kinds of Spiders. Through nearly 90 majors, minors, and concentrations, students across every discipline graduate ready to become the scientists, lawyers, artists, and entrepreneurs they were meant to be.
Explore our academics
Browse our academic programs.
Your academic journey begins here.
Our admission decisions are based on a holistic, selective process, regardless of finances. Having the opportunity to change the world should not be contingent on having the money to pay for school. Richmond’s industry-leading financial aid guarantees that all students of all backgrounds can come together, learn together, and grow together. Simply put: When you commit to us, we commit to you. Period.
Learn about our Admission & Aid
Join our contact list, find your counselor, and explore the admission process.
Explore financial aid resources for prospective and current students.
Richmond Spiders are anything but one-dimensional, and we ensure their experiences are just as dynamic. Go ahead, take the lead; we’ll stand by your side and connect you to countless academic opportunities that complement your personal passions. How do we do it? Let us show you just how seamless it is.
Explore the UR Student Experience
Browse student programming and organizations.
Whether their post-graduation plans are concrete or still a work in progress, our students come here knowing they’re going to do something that means something. Richmond helps you practice and prepare for your future — and the connections we forge help you get there.
See how we prepare you for the future
We help you navigate your path after Richmond.
All undergraduate students are eligible to receive funding for a summer internship or research project.
Connecting you to resources and experiences that go well beyond the classroom.
Whether they’re competing in sport clubs, intramurals, or Division I within the NCAA Atlantic 10 Conference, our Spiders’ drive and determination extend onto the fields, courts, greens, and lanes. Wherever games are played and matches are won, Spiders bring true spirit to the feeling we’re proud to call "arachnophoria."
Explore our athletic programs
The official website for Richmond's DI athletic teams.
Promoting healthy lifestyles, academic productivity and personal growth.
We hear it daily — when future Spiders visit campus, they just know this is the place they’ll call home. Let us take you on a personalized tour and show you all there is to "know." Imagine yourself studying in one of our many gardens and green spaces and you’ll understand why we’re consistently named one of the nation’s most beautiful campuses.
Come to Campus
From information sessions to virtual visits, explore your options with our admission office.
Additional information and schedule coming soon.
