Why Choose Richmond Community College?
Whether you’re preparing for a career, planning to transfer to a four-year university, or learning new skills to advance in today’s workforce, Richmond CC offers affordable programs, flexible learning options, and hands-on experiences that help students succeed.
4 Reasons to Choose RichmondCC
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With dedicated faculty, small class sizes, and strong connections to local industries and employers, students gain the knowledge, confidence, and real-world experience needed to move forward — in the classroom, in their careers, and in their communities. There is no cost to apply, and your application is good for one year.
Convenience
RichmondCC offers day, evening and online classes to meet the scheduling needs of our students. We also offer many degree programs completely online.
Affordable
We offer affordable tuition with very few fees. In fact, there is no fee to apply to Richmond CC.
If your plan is to complete a bachelor's degree, you can easily start your college education at RichmondCC and save thousands of dollars on your first two years of college thanks to the many transfer pathways we offer.
Additionally, 97% of our students receive some sort of financial assistance either through federal financial aid or scholarships.
Start Here, Go Anywhere!
At RichmondCC, we believe that if you start here you can go anywhere!
We have defined new transfer pathways to all 16 schools in the University of North Carolina system as well as 20 other public or private universities in North Carolina. We also have Guaranteed Amission programs with 14 universities in N.C. that provide you with dedicated advising and early access to university resources and activities.
Depending on the academic program you pursue, the credits you earn at RichmondCC can get you ahead by nearly two years in a baccalaureate degree program.
High School Dual Enrollment
We believe in starting college early! Through our dual enrollment program, we offer an option for high school age students to begin earning college credit while still in high school — at no cost! Plus, high school students who take advantage of our dual enrollment program position themselves for the RichmondCC Guarantee scholarship.
Adult Education
Workforce Training
Through our continuing education division, we offer short-term classes that provide new skills training and advancement that can help you define a new career, get back into the workforce quickly or pursue a new hobby.
Local College, Big Impact
Resources and support for those turning their lives around after addiction or incarceration.
A pathway to education and economic mobility for people with IDD.
Committed in our support of students with disabilities.
Helping students adjust to college and improve their lives.
Questions? We've Got Answers!
Our frequently asked questions page provides comprehensive answers to important questions for those interested in attending Richmond Community College.