Richard Bland College: what international applicants need

What are Richard Bland College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Richard Bland College admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Richard Bland College's acceptance rate?

89.3% for students who started in fall 2024: Richard Bland College admitted 1,430 of its 1,602 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Richard Bland College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Richard Bland College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Richard Bland College's application fee for international students?

Richard Bland College's application fee is $35 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Richard Bland College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Richard Bland College accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Richard Bland College accept?

Richard Bland College lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Richard Bland College accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Richard Bland College lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Richard Bland College require?

Richard Bland College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Richard Bland College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Richard Bland College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Richard Bland College have?

23 of Richard Bland College's 2,788 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.8%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Richard Bland College cost for international students?

Richard Bland College is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $14,970 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,090). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $12,142. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $32,930 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source