College comparison

Furman University vs Richmond

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Furman University Greenville, SC	Richmond University of Richmond, VA
Acceptance rateUniversity of Richmond is more selective	43%	22%
SAT (25–75)	1260–1430	1410–1530
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,379	2,980
Avg net price	$30,308	$31,309
Median earnings (10 yr)Richmond reports higher median earnings	$68,635	$76,178
Graduation rate	79%	85%
Median debt	$23,250	$21,000
Economic mobility	0.7%	0.6%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Furman University or University of Richmond harder to get into?

University of Richmond is more selective: Furman University's acceptance rate is approximately 43% and University of Richmond's is approximately 22% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Furman University vs University of Richmond?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1260–1430 at Furman University and 1410–1530 at University of Richmond. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.