Randolph-Macon College
Randolph-Macon College is a 4-year, liberal arts institution located in Ashland, Virginia. The 116-acre campus offers 34 majors and 35 minors, as well as special-interest housing, eleven national Greek houses, and a recreation center that features a rock climbing wall and sauna. At The EDGE Career Center, R-MC students put together 4-year and beyond plans through close mentorship from faculty, which has led to Randolph-Macon’s 4-Year-Degree Guarantee. Students can apply for the selective honors program, the Schapiro Undergraduate Research Program (SURF), and study abroad to a variety of countries that include Japan, France, Argentina, and more. About 15 miles south of Richmond, VA, and within 2 hours of Washington, DC, R-MC students have access to outdoor recreation, historical sites, and more.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Methodist
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | March 1 | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
24%
Submitting ACT
90%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1146
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
1,554
Total Number of Undergrads
1,554
Classroom Sizes
0
100
62%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
65%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $45,150
|
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $45,150
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$13,130
|
| Books and Supplies | $1000
|
Aid & Grants
0
100
83%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
21%
Average Aid Per Year
$30,524
21%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,963
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$26,796
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
66%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,459
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
81
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
82%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Yellow Jackets
School Colors
yellow and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Old Dominion Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
University Of Richmond
Washington
Norfolk
Baltimore
New York
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
53%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$54,800
What Students Are Saying
3.50
Average Rating
I GIVE THE SCHOOL A TEN OUT OF TEN. I LOVE THE TEACHERS DEDICATION AND INSPIRATION GIVEN TO STUDENTS. THEY REMEMBERED ME EVERY TIME I COME ON CAMPUS!!!
RAVEN from Hampton, VA
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