Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
93.06%
SAT Average
1,168
ACT Range
22-30
Virginia Commonwealth University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 93.06%. This means approximately 931 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 20,797 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
93.06%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $16,458 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $39,042 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $34,346 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,452 | State avg: $17,997. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.71% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.73% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Virginia Commonwealth University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$39,042
Room and board
$16,119
Books and supplies
$1,240
Other expenses
$6,150
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$34,346
Average net price
$19,452
Average aid coverage
43%
$14,894 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Virginia Commonwealth University pays approximately $19,452 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Virginia average of $17,997 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Virginia Commonwealth University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Virginia and national averages.
Virginia Commonwealth University net price
$19,452
Virginia average
$17,997
National average
$17,506
Virginia Commonwealth University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $39,042 and average net price at $19,452. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$39,042
Current net price
$19,452
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
65.38%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$58,128
Undergraduates
20,797
10-Year Median Earnings - Virginia Commonwealth University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Virginia Commonwealth University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Virginia Commonwealth University?
Undergraduates
20,797
Completion rate
65.38%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.71%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.73%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.71% of Virginia Commonwealth University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.73% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Virginia Commonwealth University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Virginia Commonwealth University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Virginia Commonwealth University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Virginia Commonwealth University is listed at 910 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23284-2512. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Virginia Commonwealth University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University | 93.06% | $39,042 | $19,452 | $58,128 |
| Washington and Lee University | 17.36% | $64,525 | $23,911 | $94,810 |
| Chamberlain University-Virginia | 100.00% | $20,462 | Not available | $92,405 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | 16.86% | $58,014 | $22,881 | $86,863 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 57.03% | $36,694 | $23,790 | $81,698 |
Similar Schools in Richmond
This local cluster focuses on nearby Richmond schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Richmond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate?
Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 93.06%.
How much is Virginia Commonwealth University tuition?
Virginia Commonwealth University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $39,042.
What is Virginia Commonwealth University's average net price?
Virginia Commonwealth University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,452.
What is Virginia Commonwealth University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $58,128 for Virginia Commonwealth University.
Is Virginia Commonwealth University accredited?
Virginia Commonwealth University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Virginia Commonwealth University?
The local dataset lists 20,797 undergraduate students at Virginia Commonwealth University.
What percentage of Virginia Commonwealth University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Virginia Commonwealth University in the local dataset is 29.71%.
What is the federal loan rate at Virginia Commonwealth University?
The federal loan rate for Virginia Commonwealth University in the local dataset is 41.73%.
Where should I verify Virginia Commonwealth University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Virginia Commonwealth University or the latest official federal education data.