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93%
Open Admissions
65%
Graduation
About Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University is a public four-year institution located in Richmond, Virginia. With an enrollment of approximately 20,797 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 93%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 65%. Graduates earn a median salary of $58,128 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $19,452 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
93%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
65%
Enrollment
20,797
Total students
Median Earnings
$58,128
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$16,458
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,042
Per year
Average Net Price
$19,452
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1020–1270
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
22 – 30
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1020
Median
1160
75th
1270
4001600
SAT Math
25th
500
Median
580
75th
620
200800
ACT Composite
25th
22
Median
25
75th
30
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$39,042/yr
In-State Tuition$16,458/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$19,452/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$77,808
10-Year Earnings
$581,280
ROI Multiple
7.5×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Virginia Commonwealth University
Student Outcomes
65%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$58k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
20,797
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
