Click on the links below for more information
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All new students must complete and submit an application for admission. To apply do one of the following:
- Complete and submit the online application on the college website.
- Complete the pdf application for admission on the college website and mail or fax to the admissions and records office on either campus.
- Complete the application for admission in the admissions and records office on either campus.
Students who have not taken a credit class in a three year period must reapply for admission to RCC.
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Official transcripts must be requested from your high school and any previous colleges you have attended. If you received a GED you may provide us with a copy of your GED scores.
At RCC, opportunities for obtaining college credits are available through Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Educational Support (DANTES), Military Service, and the Police Academy. It is the student's responsibility to have official records submitted to RCC for evaluation.
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Financial Aid is available for students who qualify. If you need additional financial resources to assist you with your college expenses, apply for financial aid online. Grants, scholarships, and on- campus part-time employment opportunities can facilitate your enrollment plans.
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A placement test is required before beginning classes. The COMPASS placement test is a comprehensive, computer-adaptive test that will assess your ability in reading, writing and math. This test is designed to help place students into appropriate courses needed to ensure student success.
New students are required to take the placement test. Allow approximately two hours for the test. Students can contact the student development office to schedule an appointment for testing. There is a $5 fee to take the test.
Review the study guide on the compass website at http://www.act.org/compass/sample/index.html or pick up a copy from the student development office on either campus.
You may not have to take this test if you have:
- Completed a college-level English or math course at another college which meets the minimum course prerequisite
- Taken the SAT with a score that meets the minimum course prerequisite
- Taken the ACT with a score that meets the minimum course prerequisite.
- Taken the compass test at another Virginia Community College with a score that meets the minimum course prerequisite.
An official transcript, SAT scores or ACT scores must be on file in the admissions and records office.
Click here to read more about the RCC Placement test.
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Counselors are available to assist you with selecting a program of study and/or choosing classes. If you have taken courses at another college, a counselor will help you see how these courses may apply to a program at RCC.
The college has a wide variety of courses and degree programs which include programs that are designed to transfer and career programs. These are described in the College Catalog as well as information about college policies, college resources, course descriptions, etc.
To assist you in your transition to college, we have freshmen orientation and student development courses and services that are designed to help you with your educational, career and life planning. We offer a one-credit course called SDV 100 - College Success Skills, which is required for all degree and one-year certificate seeking students.
These courses and workshops are designed to help you in making career and life planning decisions, refining study skills necessary for college success, assisting you with college transfer issues, and building student leadership skills.
Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the student development office on either campus to determine what assistance and accommodations are available for you.
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Meet with a college counselor who will assist you with course selection.
A current class schedule and college catalog is needed to plan your schedule. Class times and locations for both campuses are listed in the class schedule, which is available approximately two months before the beginning of each semester. If you did not receive a printed class schedule in the mail you may pick up a copy from either campus or use the class schedule on the web.
Computers are available for your use to check for class availability in the success labs on either campus. You can search for class availability online through myRCC from any computer with an Internet connection and an Internet browser.
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Class times and locations are listed in the printed and online class schedule in the student information system. The class schedule includes instructions for registration. Check the current class schedule for dates and times of registration. Then use myRCC to register online. Always remember to REGISTER EARLY for the best selection of classes.
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| Tuition payment is due by the deferred payment deadline or at the time of registration unless you have chosen to use the Nelnet Tuition Payment Plan. You may pay tuition by cash, money order, VISA, MasterCard, FACTS, or Financial Aid.
Tuition is required for credit courses, developmental courses, and courses being audited. Current tuition rates are printed in the class schedule and under the Business Office department on this website. Tuition deadlines are listed on rcconline/payment. Payment entitles you to use the library, bookstore, student lounge, and other facilities of the college.
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Students get a Web Payment Confirmation and a copy of your registration schedule by using myRCC.
Students must go to the business office on either campus to get a receipt when registering in person on campus. The Business Offices CANNOT reprint a Web Payment Confirmation. Remember to check your receipt for any errors. Make sure you are registered for the proper courses on the correct days, times, and campus locations. You are responsible for making sure your registration is correct.
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Textbooks can be purchased in the Follett Bookstore on either campus or online using Follett Bookstore Online.
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Be sure to get your OneCard Student ID in the Student Success Lab on either campus.
- Glenns Campus Student Success Lab (804) 758-6710 or (800) 836-9381
- Warsaw Campus Student Success Lab (804) 333-6751 or (800) 836-9379
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