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Riverside College of Health Careers vs University of Virginia-Main Campus

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Riverside College of Health Careers University of Virginia-Main Campus
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 12.9% 16.8%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,410-1,540
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 32-35
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $20,744 $21,565
Sticker cost of attendance $27,018 $39,926
Graduation rate 100% 96%
Retention rate n/a 98%
Undergraduates 350 17,597
Student-faculty ratio 8:1 15:1
Setting Newport News, VA Charlottesville, VA
Type Private nonprofit Public
Application fee n/a $75
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Riverside College of Health Careers or University of Virginia-Main Campus harder to get into?

Riverside College of Health Careers is more selective, with a 12.9% acceptance rate versus 16.8% at University of Virginia-Main Campus. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Riverside College of Health Careers or University of Virginia-Main Campus?

Riverside College of Health Careers has the lower average net price ($20,744 versus $21,565). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.