Randolph-Macon College

Ashland, Virginia · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$27,866

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

70.5%

Admission rate

87%

Undergrad size

1,639

In-state tuition

$49,466

Out-of-state tuition

$49,466

Cost of attendance

$63,985

Median earnings (10y)

$58,448

Admissions

SAT average
1,095
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
83.7%
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (28%), social sciences (26%), business (23%).

  • STEM28%
  • Health8%
  • Business23%
  • Humanities & arts16%
  • Social sciences26%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

32 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business/Commerce, General.Bachelor's128$42,787$27,000
Biology, General.Bachelor's97$36,402$26,067
Psychology, General.Bachelor's51$35,485$27,000
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's48$35,457$27,000
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's44$38,559$27,000
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Bachelor's36$27,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's36
Sociology.Bachelor's31$36,154$27,000
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's27
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Bachelor's26
Chemistry.Bachelor's25
Criminology.Bachelor's24
Neurobiology and Neurosciences.Bachelor's20
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's20$24,625
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Bachelor's15
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's15$29,681$26,922
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Bachelor's14
History.Bachelor's14
Economics.Bachelor's13
Classical and Ancient Studies.Bachelor's11
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.Bachelor's10
Religion/Religious Studies.Bachelor's9
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's9
Engineering Physics.Bachelor's8$24,706
Music.Bachelor's8
Area Studies.Bachelor's7
Philosophy.Bachelor's7
Engineering, General.Bachelor's6
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.Bachelor's6
Mathematics.Bachelor's6
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's6
Physics.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Randolph-Macon College

Randolph-Macon College is a mid-sized institution located in Ashland, Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,639 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Social sciences.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Randolph-Macon College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $27,866 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $49,466 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $63,985 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 70.5%, a strong completion outcome. 83.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,448 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Randolph-Macon College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (28% of credentials), social sciences (26% of credentials), business (23% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Randolph-Macon College accepts 87% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,095.

Location & campus

Set in Ashland, Virginia (suburb), Randolph-Macon College draws students from across Virginia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Randolph-Macon College

Q.How much does Randolph-Macon College cost?

The average net price at Randolph-Macon College is $27,866 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $63,985.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Randolph-Macon College?

Randolph-Macon College has a 6-year graduation rate of 70.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Randolph-Macon College?

Randolph-Macon College admits 87% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do Randolph-Macon College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Randolph-Macon College graduate earns $58,448 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Randolph-Macon College?

Published tuition is $49,466 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Randolph-Macon College located?

Randolph-Macon College is located in Ashland, Virginia (ZIP 23005).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Randolph-Macon College at their official website.