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Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, Virginia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,161

Acceptance Rate

93%

Graduation Rate

65%

Annual Tuition

$16,458

At a Glance

Total Students

20,797

Retention Rate

86%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

42%

Median Debt

$21,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Virginia Commonwealth University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 93.1%. The university enrolls 20,797 students. The retention rate is 85.6%, and the graduation rate is 64.9%. The median debt for students is $21,500, and 41.7% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Virginia Commonwealth University is $16,458. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $41,934. Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $47,161, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $58,128.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$42k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$58k

10 YEARS

Top 43% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Virginia Commonwealth University alumni earn a median salary of $41,934. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $47,161. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $58,128. The median debt for graduates is $21,500.

Virginia Commonwealth University has a high acceptance rate of 93.1%. The graduation rate is 64.9%, and the retention rate is 85.6%. The in-state tuition is $16,458. A total of 41.7% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Richmond, Virginia

Richmond, VA 23284-2512

Virginia Commonwealth University is located in Richmond, Virginia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Virginia Commonwealth University has an acceptance rate of 93.1%.