where outstanding students
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YOUR PATH
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College.
The approximate number of students who attend Reynolds each year.
19,000 Reynolds can be
WHAT IS THE FUTURE YOU ENVISION FOR YOURSELF?
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In-state students pay an average of $4,250* a year to attend Reynolds full-time. That’s one-third the tuition of most state colleges and universities in Virginia. *Based on a 15-credit semester
K. Allyson Lackey is a Reynolds Science graduate, environmentalist, and dragonfly researcher. An Associate of Science degree from Reynolds provides the foundation for a bachelor’s degree at the nation’s top colleges. Learn more at reynolds.edu/stem.
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Megnot Walelegne, a Respiratory Therapy student, receives hands-on instruction from Professor Sherry Compton.
explore your
OPTIONS
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“More than % of new jobs created through 2020 will be in healthcare.� ~ Forbes
+ 500 TRANSFER DEGREES The average number of Reynolds students who transfer to VCU each year.
WANT TO GET A 4-YEAR DEGREE? Transfer Degrees
If your plans are to transfer to a four-year college or university,
check out our transfer programs
WANT TO GET RIGHT TO WORK? Associate Degrees
Completing an associate degree is a major milestone! It can get you started in a career, or give you that sense of accomplishment that inspires you to take the next steps towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
of study. Complete your associate
Certificates & Career Studies Certificates
degree at Reynolds with the peace
An academic certificate or career studies certificate can provide specific
of mind that your credits will transfer
training in a field and lead to immediate employment. While certificates don’t
seamlessly. Credits are guaranteed
take as long to complete as an associate degree, they can serve as a stepping
to transfer to most Virginia public
stone to receiving an associate or bachelor’s degree. Certificate programs at
colleges and universities. That’s a
Reynolds typically take less than two years to complete and career studies
deal you can’t beat.
certificates may be completed in under a year.
Visit reynolds.edu/gta for a current list of four-year colleges and universities that have transfer agreements with Reynolds Community College.
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BLUEFIELD COLLEGE CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY ECPI UNIVERSITY EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE FERRUM COLLEGE GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOLLINS UNIVERSITY JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY LIBERTY UNIVERSITY LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY LYNCHBURG COLLEGE MARY BALDWIN COLLEGE NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY RADFORD UNIVERSITY RANDOLPH COLLEGE RANDOLPH MACON COLLEGE REGENT UNIVERSITY REGIS UNIVERSITY SHENANDOAH CONSERVATORY SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY ST. LEO UNIVERSITY STRAYER UNIVERSITY SWEET BRIAR COLLEGE TROY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY VIRGINIA TECH VIRGINIA UNION UNIVERSITY VIRGINIA WESLEYAN COLLEGE WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
PROGRAMS Transfer Associate Degrees
Associate Degrees
Business Administration
Accounting
Human Services
Engineering
Administration of Justice
Information Systems
Liberal Arts
American Sign Language – English Interpretation
• Computer Programming Specialization
Architectural and Engineering Technology
• Microcomputer Technical Support (Networking) Specialization
• Teacher Preparation Specialization Science • Computer Science Specialization
• Architectural/Industrial Design Specialization
• Mathematics and Science Teacher Preparation Specialization
• Building Construction Management Specialization
• Microcomputer Applications (Administrative/Office Applications) Specialization
• Mathematics Specialization
• Geospatial and Environmental Engineering Technologies
• Science Specialization
• Internet Applications Development (Web Design) Specialization
Automotive Technology
Social Sciences
Management
Culinary Arts
• American Sign Language/Deaf Studies Specialization
Dental Laboratory Technology
• Retail Management Specialization
• Teacher Preparation Specialization
Early Childhood Development
• Small Business Management Specialization
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic
Medical Laboratory Technology
Fire Science Technology
Nursing
Horticulture Technology
Opticianry
Hospitality Management
Paralegal Studies
• Food Service Management Specialization
• General Practice Specialization
• Hospitality Entrepreneurship
Respiratory Therapy
• Litigation Specialization
• Lodging Operations Specialization
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“In Virginia, recent graduates of occupational and technical degree programs at its community colleges make an average of . That’s almost $2,500 more than recent bachelor’s degree recipients.”
$40,000
~CNN Money
Exciting career paths and academic majors to choose from.
PROGRAMS Certificates
Career Studies Certificates
Accounting
American Sign Language
Legal Office Technology
Automotive Technology
Computer-Aided Design Specialist
Medical Records Coder
Dental Assisting
Criminal Justice
Opticians Apprentice
Diesel Mechanics Technology
Dental Laboratory Technology
Pastry Arts
Early Childhood Development
Early Childhood Education
Pharmacy Technician
Fire Science Technology
Early Childhood Education – Advanced
Pre-Dental Assisting
General Education
Early Childhood School-Age Child Care
Practical Nursing
eCommerce
Pre-Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic
Emergency Medical Services – Emergency Medical Technician
Pre-Medical Laboratory Technology Pre-Nursing
Emergency Medical Services – Intermediate
Pre-Practical Nursing
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic
Real Estate Agent/Broker
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Entrepreneurship in Small Business Floral Design Geospatial Information and Positioning Health Care Technician
Pre-Respiratory Therapy Substance Abuse Counseling Education Sustainable Agriculture Welding
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology Information Systems Technology • Computer Programmer • Internet Applications Development (Web Design) • Microcomputer Applications • Microsoft Network Administration • Network Engineering • Network Fundamentals
Reynolds Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, family medical history or genetic information, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other non-merit based factor. Reynolds offers programs under its open admissions policy. Admission to select vocational programs is based on a separate application process that is non-discriminatory. For the full policy and a list of select programs, visit reynolds.edu.
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meet our
PROFESSORS
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THE PEOPLE YOU MEET CAN INFLUENCE YOUR DIRECTION. Sure, the professors at Reynolds are well-published, award-winning, and passionate about their fields of study, but they are also 100 percent focused on your success. Academics are important, but so is your growth as an individual. At Reynolds, you will also come to know our outstanding staff. They are committed to all of those other variables, like campus safety or financial aid, which need to happen seamlessly to ensure your success.
Scott Burrell’s interaction with horticulture students revolves around practical field work in the display, vegetable, and landscape gardens at the Goochland Campus.
9 Shalini Upadhyaya, science professor, is inspired by the success of her students – not only in the classroom, but in their work environment after college. Professor Upadhyaya also leads the Reynolds annual “Science Night,” which showcases the outstanding work of our science faculty.
get an education that’s
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10 Weston Broache interprets a keynote speaker’s presentation from English to American Sign Language at the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School graduation. Weston is studying American Sign Language-English Interpretation at Reynolds.
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11 Damond Allen transferred to VCU after completing an Information Systems Technology associate degree at Reynolds. He dreams of being a computer network engineer.
Check out Damond’s video on the Reynolds YouTube channel.
bring on
THE FUN!
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Number of clubs and organizations you can join at Reynolds.
25
Start a new club!
STUDENT LIFE WE CAN’T BE SERIOUS ALL THE TIME. Meet new people and get involved in activities on campus. Reynolds offers clubs, leadership opportunities, social events, field trips, speakers, multicultural enrichment, and theatrical productions.
STUDENT CLUBS American Sign Language Anime Business Chess Community Service
INTRAMURALS Reynolds encourages wellness throughout its campuses by providing opportunities for fun and competition. Flag football, basketball, and soccer leagues are offered as intramural programs. GAME CENTERS Game Centers include billiards, Ping-Pong, air hockey, Playstation, Wii, Xbox, and flat screen televisions. Visit with friends and have some fun between classes.
Computers Criminal Justice Culinary Arts Careers Environmental Faith-based and Interfaith Fashion Gay-Straight Alliance Horticulture Human Services International Students Literary Multicultural Music Student Associations Student Government Student Leadership Student Nurses Student Teachers Student Veterans Video Games
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BE THE KIND OF LEADER YOU WOULD FOLLOW. Reynolds offers exceptional programs for students wishing to gain leadership skills. JSR LEAD members work on team building, business etiquette, public speaking, and community service. Student Ambassadors represent the college community in a variety of ways, from offering campus tours to speaking with state lawmakers about the value of community colleges. Student Senate members advocate on behalf of the student body and help college administrators address questions or concerns from students. Reynolds is home to two chapters of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges. PTK encourages scholarship among two-year college students by providing opportunities for leadership, service, and academic excellence. Students interested in business careers may also join Phi Beta Lambda, a nationally recognized business organization that fosters the
Meet d’Shante Smith, former Reynolds student ambassador and future engineer.
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professional development of students.
Oh, the Places You Will Go! Reynolds is dedicated to providing social, educational, and service activities that promote student engagement, cultural awareness, and social responsibility. In addition to free or low-cost on-campus events throughout the year, the Reynolds Office of Student Life coordinates trips to sporting events, theaters, and four-year colleges and universities.
FINANCIAL AID IMPORTANT FINANCIAL AID DATES Submit the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Reynolds Community College school code is 003759. For the best chance to receive the financial aid for which you are eligible, file the FAFSA before these priority deadlines: April 15 for the Fall Semester September 15 for the Spring Semester February 15 for the Summer Semester The financial aid process doesn’t have to be intimidating. Reynolds has advisors to support you so you can maximize your financial aid benefits and register for the classes you need. Learn more about grants, loans, and other options to help you pay for college at reynolds.edu/financialaid.
15 Take Our Advice. Complete the classes you need, finish your program on time, get help with financial aid, transfer to a four-year college, or explore your career options. Reynolds advisors will guide you through your entire college experience.
STUDENT SERVICES Financial Aid Reynolds can help you find ways to pay for college. Learn more about the financial aid application process and important deadlines so you can get Campus Safety Academic Support Faculty and peer tutors provide one-on-one and group sessions. Tutoring is provided free of charge to students enrolled in credit courses. Tutors can help students study, define assignments, increase understanding of course materials, improve reading, and effectively manage their time.
the amount of aid you need.
At Reynolds, we apply the best
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practices for safety and emergency
Orientation
management. The Reynolds
At Reynolds, our new student
Student Success Centers
Department of Police is the first
orientation covers everything from
Academic advising is designed to
community college police department
financial aid and payment plans to
assist students in developing an
in Virginia to be fully accredited
where to buy books and receive
educational plan that is meaningful
through the Virginia Law Enforcement
academic tutoring. Studies show that
and compatible with their
Professional Standards Commission.
students who participate in new
educational and career goals.
student orientation have a more
Advisors are located in the Success
successful college experience.
Center at each campus.
Campus Tours Campus tours are available October
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
through May from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Scholarships
Testing Centers
Parham Road Campus tours are
Reynolds scholarships are available
Placement tests help ensure you
Reynolds seeks to provide access
offered the first Friday of the month.
for specific programs of study, while
register for classes that you are
to educational opportunities for
Downtown Campus tours are offered
others are general scholarships that
ready for. They determine which
individuals with disabilities by
the third Friday of the month. Parking
generous benefactors have made
developmental courses, if any, you
removing barriers that would otherwise
is free on both campuses. For more
possible to remove financial barriers
need to take. Learn more about
eliminate their ability to participate.
information or to schedule a private
for students. Apply online once to be
required placement tests, waiver
Call, visit, or check out the Office of
tour, including our Goochland
considered for all available
requirements, and tips for successful
Student Accommodations online.
Campus, visit reynolds.edu/tours.
scholarships.
test-taking.
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The number of Reynolds scholarships offered to students each year.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR The percentage of first-year students receiving some type of financial aid.
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
July-August
November-January
Open registration for fall
Open registration for spring
August
January
16-week fall classes begin
16-week spring classes begin
Summer Semester
8-week fall classes begin (first 8-week session)
8-week spring classes begin (first 8-week session)
April - May
4-week fall classes begin (first 4-week session)
4-week spring classes begin (first 4-week session)
Open registration for summer
September
February
10-week summer classes begin
12-week fall classes begin
12-week spring classes begin
4-week fall classes begin (second 4-week session)
4-week spring classes begin (second 4-week session)
5-week summer classes begin (first 5-week session)
October
March
8-week fall classes begin (second 8-week session)
8-week spring classes begin (second 8-week session)
4-week fall classes begin (third 4-week session)
4-week spring classes begin (third 4-week session)
July
November
April
5-week summer classes begin (second 5-week session)
4-week fall classes begin (fourth 4-week session)
4-week spring classes begin (fourth 4-week session)
4-week summer classes begin (second 4-week session)
May
4-week summer classes begin (first 4-week session) June 8-week summer classes begin
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Goochland Campus
Parham Road Campus
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Percentage of Reynolds students that take one or more online class.
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DOWNTOWN CAMPUS
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GOOCHLAND CAMPUS
PARHAM ROAD CAMPUS Our most traditional college
campus offers new and renovated
facilities including a state-of-the-art
technology center and library, a café to grab a cup of coffee or a bite, and
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Our urban campus is located in the
A place where students can really
lots of space to study and visit with
Virginia BioTechnology Research Park
get their hands dirty, our most rural
friends. The suburban location also
near the MCV Campus. Most allied
campus is located near routes 6
provides enough open space for
Need the flexibility of taking
health classes are offered at the
and 632 on the same campus as
outdoor athletic fields and ample
classes from home, but want the
Downtown Campus, as well as classes
the Goochland Family YMCA. The
parking. Most first-year and second-
convenience of traditional college
in business, liberal arts, science and
Goochland Campus offers a range of
year college classes are offered
resources? Reynolds offers the best
computer science. There’s lots of
programs in automotive, horticulture,
at the Parham Road Campus, as
of both, with more than 20 online
parking in the deck, but it’s also easy
sustainable agriculture, welding, and
well as plenty of degree and
programs. So while you’re online,
for students to bike or take the bus.
some general education classes.
transfer options.
you’re not on your own.
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Goochland Campus
Parham Road Campus
700 East Jackson Street
1851 Dickinson Road
1651 East Parham Road
Richmond, Virginia
Goochland, Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
Where do you want your studies to take you? Check out the Virginia Wizard to help you brainstorm a dream job (vawizard.com), then consider one of our academic programs to help you get there.
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It’s free and it’s not complicated. Visit reynolds.edu and click “apply now.” Be sure to keep a record of your student ID.
Placement tests help determine the classes in which you’ll be most successful. Learn more about which programs require placement testing and how to ace the tests, so you only take the classes you need, at reynolds.edu/testing.
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Learn more about financial aid, tuition, deadlines, payment plans and scholarships at reynolds.edu/financialaid.
It’s best to meet with an advisor who can help you get the classes you need and work with you to develop a plan to complete your program of study.
Research shows that college students who attend a new student orientation perform better in their classes. reynolds.edu/orientation
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Review the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines. reynolds.edu/_calendar
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