3. Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond is a college town, and VCU is one of its anchors. The number of APS applicants to this urban school increased by nearly 30 this year, placing it among the most sought-after colleges for Arlington seniors for the second year in a row. U.S. News & World Report ranked it 90th on its list of top public schools. In-state tuition is $13,570 for 2018-19, and total enrollment is 24,212.
Location: Richmond, VA
APS Students Applied: 401
APS Students Accepted: 247