About University of Richmond

Richmond is an International American University based in West London, UK, founded in 1972.

Since 1981, it has awarded American degrees accredited by the Higher Education Commission of the Middle States. After receiving Taught Degree Awarding from the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, Richmond is be able to grant its own UK degree since 2018.

It is the only university in the United Kingdom to offer two (UK and US) degrees, giving its graduates worldwide recognition.

Over 1,100 students are enrolled in 15 academic majors, including international business and finance, media studies, and international relations, from over 100 countries.

The University of Richmond offers a small class experience to its students, with no more than 20 students on average. Richmond offers employability seminars, work experience, volunteering, international internships and a guaranteed semester abroad.

postgraduate students are placed.

Facilities in Kensington Campus

• Classrooms
• PC labs
• Library
• Dining hall 
• University offices.

Location Specialities 

• Richmond Hill Campus is next to Richmond Park and about 7 minutes from the center of Richmond.
• Campus Kensington, located right in central London. The campus is close to the wealth of cultural and entertainment facilities, historical sites and the financial district of the capital.

Accomodation

Accommodation is located on the Richmond Hill campus in the impressive main building as well as in the surrounding buildings. Students can choose from a variety of room types to single occupancy rooms, from traditional shared rooms in the US style.
Kensington Campus students are housed in four residences within walking distance of the main campus buildings.

Student Teacher Ratio ( Number of students per staff)

20:1

Campus

The university maintains two campuses in Greater London, in Richmond Hill and Kensington.

Richmond Hill Campus

The Richmond Campus is a Six Acre Land at the top of Richmond Hill and its for first and second year students, who were transferred to the Kensington Campus after two years.

Facilities available in Richmond Hill Campus

• five-level library, 
• house classrooms, 
• computer and science laboratories, 
• art and photography studios 
• auditorium.
• student residences, 
• dining hall, 
• student common room, 
• faculty and administrative offices. T
• multipurpose sports court

Kensington Campus

Campus is located in Kensington, one of London's most beautiful residential area , Here graduates of the third and fourth year as well as 

Academic Divisions

• Richmond Business School
• Richmond School of Communications, Arts & Social Sciences (CASS)
• Richmond School of Liberal Arts

Richmond University, London Study Options

UG Degree :

• Business, 
• Economics, 
• Political science, 
• International relations, 
• Media, 
• Arts and humanities.

Masters :

• Journalism, 
• International Relations, 
• Art History, 
• Visual Arts Management and 
• Public Relations & Advertising

Why Richmond University, London

• Dually-Accredited UK & US Undergraduate and Master’s Degrees
• Flexible American Liberal Arts system, extensive contact hours and mentorship (average 15 hours per week)
• Integrated Internships (in the UK and overseas)
• Two London campus experiences (in Richmond & Kensington) with available on-campus accommodation, guaranteed for first year

How to Reach? Or Travel

• District and Piccadilly underground links Richmond or Kensington with the rest of the city.
• Frequent rail service into Victoria, Paddington and Waterloo stations connects students to the rest of the UK and to Europe. 
• Both Heathrow and Gatwick Airports are easily accessible.

University of Richmond Financial Aid for International Students

• The University meets the need-based financial requirements 100% of all the admitted students. The average financial award was 47,520 USD each for international students in the academic year 2019-20.
• For merit based scholarships ‘Richmond Scholar’ award is given to 25 students and includes full tuition waiver and room and board charges amounting to approximately 2.60 USD lacs for four years. No separate application is required as applicants are selected on their academic performance and standardized test scores.
• Presidential scholarships of one-third of tuition fee discounts are awarded to 10% of students on the basis of admission application only.
• Almost 100% of university students receive some type of financial aid.
• Other scholarships are also available in the USA.

Richmond University, London English Language Requirements

Undergraduate

• IELTS - 5.5 with 5.5 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
• TOEFL - 72 with 17 Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 Writing, 20 Speaking
• PTE - 51 with 51 in each component

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Postgraduate

• IELTS - 6.0 with 5.5 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
• TOEFL - 80 with 19 Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 Writing, 22 Speaking
• PTE - 58 with 51 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing

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Language Requirements for International Students

Test	Score
SAT evidence-based reading and writing section.	660 or higher
ACT English section.	27 or higher
IELTS	7.5 or higher
TOEFL pBT	Minimum: 550; Competitive score: 600
TOEFL iBT	Minimum: 80; Competitive score: 100

University of Richmond Highlights

Year of foundation	1830
Location	Virginia
Student Faculty ratio	8: 1
Average Class Size	16
Average Graduation Rate	88%
Acceptance rate	30%
Student Retention Rate	94%

University of Richmond The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The table tabulated below shows the estimated cost of attendance.

Expenses	Amount (USD)
Tuition Fees	56,860
General Fees	475
Room and Board (on Campus) (6600+7780)	14,380
Books and Supplies	1,200
Personal Expenses and Transportation	2,500

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average)	MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK	£850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK	TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK	£348
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Intakes in UK	There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
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