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Academics

At the University of Richmond, students “like to enjoy themselves but most have their priorities straight,” and they know that “school comes first.” As one student puts it, “There is a good balance of work and play here, and students are competitive, but to a healthy extent. The expectations for students here really push you to be involved, get at least two internships or research opportunities, and secure a good job by graduation.” Students praise the University of Richmond’s “unparalleled resources,” particularly the “high number of research, internship, and study abroad opportunities available.” As one business administration major gushes, at the University of Richmond “we combine the resources of a major research institution, the breadth of development of a liberal arts education, and amplifying effect of out of classroom opportunities (speakers, programs, student activities) to deliver an undergraduate experience that is both unique to every student and universally top notch.” One key resource available to all students that “the university is willing to pay $4,000 for all students to participate in an [otherwise unpaid] internship, research opportunity, or project.” This allows all students “an opportunity to have meaningful, career-oriented experiences.” Professors at the University of Richmond earn generally high marks, with one student admitting, “My professors showed me how to love to learn again.” Another echoes that “the entire University of Richmond staff treats everyone like an individual and not just another student circling through the system.” “The schoolwork is difficult, but manageable,” and “Richmond is incredibly generous with not only need-based but merit-based aid, which is unusual for liberal arts colleges of a similar caliber.”

Student Body

“In general, the typical Richmond student cares not only about performing extremely well in class and extracurriculars, but knows it is important to look the part, as well.” Some students say that the University of Richmond is getting more diverse, branching out from “New England prepsters and Old South heirs/heiresses” to a more inclusive view that sees the university’s students as “diverse, from their backgrounds, races, religions, and ethnicity to their interests, beliefs, goals, and hobbies.” One student estimates that “fraternity brothers [and] sorority girls are a large group.” But there “is no cut throat competition to do better than your peers when it comes to grades—students are laid back in the sense that they are happy to see their peers do well.” Students stress the friendliness of their fellow Spiders, saying, “Everyone that I have met has been super helpful and kind—even as a first year.”

Campus Life

“The student body is academic but also enjoys having a social life,” and which tends to be centered on the Greek system. Though there are no dedicated fraternity or sorority houses on campus (lodges are “our equivalent of Greek houses” where Greek events are thrown), “the social scene is generally dominated by events thrown by Greek life; however, these events are open to all students no matter your affiliation.” Most students are involved in more than one extracurricular activity: “There’s also plenty to get involved with, so you would have a hard time finding a student who is not involved with some sport, artistic group, club, or organization.” As one student puts it, “Everyone is doing some sort of juggling act,” but “students are also academically driven, and because classes are difficult and demanding, people will find themselves doing a lot of academic work throughout the week.” Weekends are a time to kick back and enjoy what Richmond has to offer in the way of “clubs downtown,” “the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, over 900 restaurants, Carytown (a hipster area with boutiques and unique restaurants), various festivals and events and athletic competitions.”

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Contact & Visit

Campus Visits Contact

Contact
Danita Salone
Assoc. Dir. Of Admission

Address
Office of Admission
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA 23173

Phone
804-289-8640

Email
admission@richmond.edu

Experience College Life

Most Popular Places On Campus
Boatwright Memorial Library and 8:15 Coffee Shop
Weinstein Fitness Center
Tyler Haynes Commons
Carole Weinstein International Center
Heilman Dining Center ("D-Hall")
-Queally Center for Admission and Career Services is the new admission welcome center. 30 UR Drive. -Student Activities Complex http://activities.richmond.edu/student-center/index.html -Visit richmond.edu/visit/maps for interactive campus maps.

Most Popular Places Off Campus
Carytown, Church Hill
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Byrd Theater
The Fan
Short Pump Town Center
Visit richmond.edu/city to explore dining, history, and neighborhoods beyond Richmond's campus.

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday, some Saturdays
See admission.richmond.edu/visit
804-289-8640

Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews
Yes

Information Sessions
Available

Times
Most weeks, Monday-Friday at 9:45am and 2:15pm, some Saturdays

Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly

Class Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available

Limitations
The Admission Office does not arrange individual overnights.

Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus
As part of its enhanced transportation system, the University of Richmond partnered with Groome Transportation to meet transit needs both on and off campus. Travel options include: •GRTC connector bus to transfer points at Willow Lawn, and Grove Avenue at North Thompson Street •Charter service with vans and buses •Campus safety shuttle •UR Downtown shuttle •Spider Shuttle to Short Pump Town Center and Regency Square Mall •Partnerships with Zipcar and Zimride To help manage the transportation initiative, the University now has a full-time, on-campus transportation coordinator from Groome Transportation. If you are planning to travel to Richmond by air, the Richmond International Airport is located 25 minutes east of campus. There are rental car companies onsite at the airport as well as limousine and cab services to campus. Amtrak trains and Greyhound buses also serve Richmond. The train station and bus station are located approximately 10 miles from the campus. Cabs are available at both the train station and bus station. Acton Cab Company (804-360-7106), Groome Transportation (804-748-0779), Veterans Cab Association (804-276-8990), Yellow Cab Company (804-222-7300).

Driving Instructions to Campus
Visit: http://www.richmond.edu/visit/directions.html From the West: From I-64, take Exit 183/Glenside Drive south. Continue south on Glenside Drive to the fourth traffic light (Three Chopt Road). Turn left on Three Chopt. Continue straight for 8/10 mile. Turn right onto Boatwright Drive (apporximately .5 mile after the traffic signal). At the bottom of the hill, make a left onto Campus Drive. Make the first right into the main entrance of campus. From US 60 (Midlothian Turnpike), turn left on State Route 147 (Huguenot Road) continue to Three Chopt Road, trun left on Three Chopt Road. Turn left on Towana Drive (approximately .5 mile after turning onto Three Chopt). Make a left into the main entrance of campus. From the Southwest: US 360 (Hull Street Road), take Rte. 288 North to the Powhite Parkway (toll road). Continue for nine miles to State Rte. 150 (Chippenham Pkwy.) North. After two miles, exit onto State Rte. 147 (Huguenot Road). Turn right on State Route 147. You will pass over the James River on the Huguenot bridge. Proceed to the second traffic light after the bridge (Three Chopt Road). Turn left on Three Chopt. Turn left on Towana Drive (approximately .5 mile after turning onto Three Chopt). Make a left into the main entrance of campus. From the North: From I-95 (Do not take I-295). Take exit 79 off I-95 to I-64 west, continue west on I-64. Take Exit 183-A/Glenside Drive south. Continue south on Glenside Drive to the fifth traffic light (Three Chopt Road). Turn left on Three Chopt, Continue straight for 8/10 mile. Turn right onto Boatwright Drive (approximately .5 mile after the traffic signal). At the bottom of the hill, make a left onto Campus Drive. Make the first right into the main entrance of campus. From the East: From I-64. West on I-64. As you approach the city of Richmond, I-64 West merges with I-95 North. Take I-95 North to exit 79 back onto I-64 West. Take Exit 183-A/Glenside Drive south. Continue south on Glenside Drvie to the fifth traffic light (Three Chopt Road). Turn left on Three Chopt. Continue straight for 8/10 mile. Turn right onto Boatwright Drive (approximately .5 mile after the traffic signal). At the bottom of the hill, make a left onto Campus Drive. Make the first right into the main entrance of campus. From the South: I-85 to I-95. Take Exit 79 off I-95 north to I-64 west, continue west on I-64. Take Exit 183-A/Glensied Drive south. Continue south on Glenside Drive to the fifth traffic light (Three Chopt Road). Turn left on Three Chopt. Continue straight for 8/10 mile. Turn right onto Boatwright Drive (approximately .5 mile after the traffic signal). At the bottom of the hill, make a left onto Campus Drive. Make the first right into the main entrance of campus.

Local Accommodations
The following lodging options are located 10-15 minutes from the University of Richmond Campus. Best Western Executive Inn 7007 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23294 Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Richmond West 8010 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23294 Courtyard Richmond West by Marriott 6400 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230 Embassy Suites Hotel Richmond - The Commerce Center 2925 Emerywood Parkway, Richmond, VA 23294 Fairfield Inn & Suites - Richmond Northwest 9937 Mayland Drive, Richmond, VA 23233 Holiday Inn Express - Richmond Northwest 9933 Mayland Drive, Richmond, VA 23233 La Quinta Inn & Suites - Richmond-Chesterfield 1301 Huguenot Rd., Midlothian, VA 23113 Quality Inn West End 8008 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23294 Roslyn Conference Center 8727 River Rd., Richmond, VA 23229 SpringHill Suites Richmond Northwest 9960 Independence Park Drive, Henrico, VA 23233 The Westin Hotel 6631 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230
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