Richmond - The American University in London
Richmond American University London is a private university in London, United Kingdom. Richmond was founded in 1972, by British educator Cyril Taylor. The university awards US degrees from the American state of Delaware, where Richmond is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Choosing a university is about more than finding a programme. It’s about asking questions and taking a step towards fulfilling your potential. From the University’s inception almost 50 years ago, more than 15,000 students from over 100 countries have graduated from Richmond, creating a vibrant global network of alumni.
Our graduates are highly employable. Richmond students not only achieve a qualification, but leave the University equipped with life-changing skills. We ensure our students graduate as confident and career-ready individuals prepared to make a difference in their chosen field.
Ever since Richmond was established as a community with ‘a scholarly yet social purpose’, the University has offered an international experience and a global outlook. This is more important now than ever.
Today, Richmond is a leading liberal arts university and the UK university which awards both a UK and US degree.
Students who come to Richmond become part of a vibrant and diverse international student community, where students are encouraged and supported to flourish in a mix of diverse cultures, backgrounds and perspectives.
Richmond is committed to developing students’ passion for learning. Students are fully supported throughout their programme so they engage, work with and participate in a vibrant academic community where interdisciplinary teaching and learning is key to the curriculum.
Scholarship
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INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS |
One of the first universities to introduce the liberal arts to the UK, Richmond pioneered this multi-disciplinary approach. Our new Liberal Arts Awards which are available to international students celebrate our liberal arts approach, which provides students with diversity, choice and freedom.
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Qualifications |
Liberal Arts International Excellence Award |
Liberal Arts International Pioneer Award |
Liberal Arts International Attainment Award |
Liberal Arts International Award |
| £4,750 per year | £3,750 per year | £3,000 per year | £2,000 per year | |
| A-Levels | ABB^ | BBB^ | BBC | BCC |
| US High School Diploma | GPA 3.7^ | GPA 3.5^ | GPA 3.0 | GPA 2.7 |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | 32 points^ | 30 points^ | 28 points | 26 points |
| BTEC | D*DD^ | DDD^ | DDM | DMM |
Awards are made based on unweighted GPA.
^ subject to change
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INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS |
As a truly international and specialist university for postgraduates, we offer a global curriculum and attract both students and faculty from across the world.
Our international scholarships, which are offered for a wide range of countries, will help empower you to make a difference once you’ve graduated.
The level of award is based on academic achievement as detailed below.
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Scholarship |
Qualifications |
Amount |
| Alumni Award | Previously studied bachelor level programme at Richmond, including AIFS and other visitors | 20% reduction in tuition fees |
| Masters Recognition of Excellence Award | UK First 3.7 GPA (or International equivalent) |
20% reduction in tuition fees |
| Masters Recognition of Achievement Award | UK 2.1 3.3 GPA (or international equivalent) |
15% reduction in tuition fees |
