Rappahannock Community College
About Rappahannock Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rappahannock Community College teaches across the tidewater counties of eastern Virginia, from Glenns and Warsaw. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1969
Location
Glenns, Virginia
Students
1,367
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,102
Out-of-state: $11,540
Avg Net Price
$4,343
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,121
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
45.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
23.9%
$/Student
$6.3K
Class Size
Large
45.3% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,102
In-State
$11,540
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,333
After Financial Aid
$4,343
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,915
Receive Grants
24.9%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $5,102/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,343.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Rappahannock Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.9%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,401
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rappahannock Community College.
Gender
68.9%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,367
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
18%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 50.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,367
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rappahannock Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,121
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 4Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
181 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
9 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
5 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.