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Richmond Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Richmond

There are at least 17 colleges in Richmond, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 52,153 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 39,183 full-time students, and a reported 8,412 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Virginia Commonwealth University, J Sargeant Reynolds Community College and University of Richmond.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Virginia Colleges.

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Richmond QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

ECPI College of Technology
Richmond, Virginia

ECPI College of Technology (ECT) has offered many different campuses, as well as online, education for several different programs for almost 40 years.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate

Empire Beauty Schools
Midlothian, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia

Offers cosmetology career training. Located at 37 campuses across the U.S.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma
(Offerings vary by location; please request additional info.)

ITT Technical Institute
Richmond, Virginia

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Medical Careers Institute
Richmond, Virginia

Medical Careers Institute specialized in career training for a variety of medical careers. The school offers programs at more than a dozen campuses in Virginia and the Carolinas.

  • Programs: Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Strayer University
Midlothian, Virginia

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

University of Phoenix
Richmond, Virginia

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Richmond Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Beta Tech
7914 Midlothian Tpk
Richmond, Virginia 23235-5250

  • Programs: medical assistant, legal assistant, massage therapy, computer services management, electrical maintenance and repair, various nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 186 students, 186 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Beta Tech
7001 W. Broad St.
Richmond, Virginia 23294

  • Programs: medical assistant, licensed practical nurse, business management, computer networking.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 80 students, 80 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Bryant and Stratton College-Richmond
8141 Hull St Rd
Richmond, Virginia 23235

  • Programs: business administration, legal assistant, medical assistant, computer support, accounting, administrative assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 516 students, 355 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
1651 E Parham Road
Richmond, Virginia 23228

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, mental and social health services, business management, social services, biological and physical sciences, administrative assistant, liberal arts and sciences, MIS.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 12,557 students, 6,280 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Richmond School of Health and Technology
1601 Willow Lawn Drive Suite 320
Richmond, Virginia 23230

  • Programs: licensed practical nurse, medical assistant, pharmacy tech, medical coding, surgical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's.
  • Student Body: 358 students, 358 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Virginia Union University
1500 N Lombardy St
Richmond, Virginia 23220

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: ministry, criminology, psychology, journalism, biology, teacher ed, social work, finance.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,535 students, 1,504 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 699 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond
3400 Brook Road
Richmond, Virginia 23227-4536

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 133 students, 126 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 57 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing
8550 Magellan Pkwy #1100
Richmond, Virginia 23227-1149

  • Programs: registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 394 students, 279 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 380-540. Math: 450-470. Writing: 410-720.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Union Theological Seminary & Presbyterian School of Christian Education
3401 Brook Rd
Richmond, Virginia 23227

  • Programs: ministry, religious education, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 370 students, 273 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 121 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

University of Richmond
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, Virginia 23173

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, law, political science, human resources, Spanish language, history, teacher education, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 4,324 students, 3,852 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,680 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 583-688. Math: 610-690. Writing: 590-690.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Virginia Commonwealth University
910 W Franklin St
Richmond, Virginia 23284-2512

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, mass communication, registered nursing, social work, criminal justice and administration, medicine, biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 31,700 students, 25,890 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 4,855 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-580. Math: 480-580.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Ashland Colleges16,6191,1761,032
Colonial Heights Colleges116,89759 
Petersburg Colleges333,7406,2942,624

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