Best colleges in Richmond

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- Niche Grade: C-
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Undergrad enrollment: 1,029 (10:1 student to faculty ratio)
- SAT Range: 750-1010

#5. Virginia Union University
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- Niche Grade: C+
- Acceptance Rate: 83%
- Undergrad enrollment: 1,455 (10:1 student to faculty ratio)
- SAT Range: 1040-1210

#4. Randolph-Macon College
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- Niche Grade: C+
- Acceptance Rate: 89%
- Undergrad enrollment: 4,578 (13:1 student to faculty ratio)
- SAT Range: 800-1050

#3. Virginia State University
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- Niche Grade: B+
- Acceptance Rate: 93%
- Undergrad enrollment: 18,747 (8:1 student to faculty ratio)
- SAT Range: 1030-1270

#2. Virginia Commonwealth University
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- Niche Grade: A
- Acceptance Rate: 23%
- Undergrad enrollment: 2,942 (6:1 student to faculty ratio)
- SAT Range: 1410-1530

This story features data reporting by Rob Powell, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 77 metros.

#1. University of Richmond
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