Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Richmond Scholars Program 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About University of Richmond Scholars Program
Richmond Scholars receive the University’s most prestigious academic merit award, equal to full tuition plus food and housing. Scholars are defined by academic achievement, engaged leadership, strong sense of purpose, and investment in a diverse and inclusive campus community.
The goals of the Richmond Scholars program are to bring engaged, high-achieving students to campus and to retain those students through strong mentorship and programming. The program values learning as part of a small, multi-disciplinary community and aims to assist future leaders as they begin to define and polish their personal and professional goals.
Benefits of University of Richmond Scholars Program
- Covers full tuition, food, and housing for selected students.
- Access to faculty mentorship.
- Enrichment Grant of up to $5,500 to support a faculty-mentored activity.
- Leadership development and academic resources.
- Close mentorship and opportunities to develop academic and professional goals.
University of Richmond Scholars Program Requirements
- Applicants must demonstrate strong academic achievement.
- Students should show engaged leadership and a strong sense of purpose.
- Applicants must demonstrate an interest in contributing to a diverse and inclusive campus community.
- Students should have the motivation to achieve and contribute to the world around them.
- Applicants must submit a complete admission application to the University of Richmond by December 1.
- Students must ultimately gain admission to the University of Richmond to receive the scholarship.
- The University of Richmond is test optional for first-year students entering in 2027.
- Standardized test scores are not required for consideration for the Richmond Scholars Program.
- Finalists must participate in an interview with the faculty selection committee.
- Final selection of Richmond Scholars will be completed by March 1.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
01 December, 2026
Opportunity Application
View details of
University of Richmond Scholars Program
Apply for University of Richmond Scholars Program
🔍
