Richard Bland College

Dual Enrollment

Classes Taught on Campus @ RBC

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BENEFITS

Start college early to finish faster
Earn credits for high school and college together
Explore career interests and potential majors
Try college-level classes while in high school
Earn an associate's degree in high school
Save money on your college degree
Transfer credits to over 35 Virginia colleges and universities
Take classes on the campus of Richard Bland College

QUALIFICATIONS

Rising high school juniors
Obtain permission from parent/guardian
Obtain permission from counseling office
Meet college readiness standards
- minimum 3.0 GPA
- B Grade or better in English 10
- B Grade or better in Algebra II
- SAT, ACT, CLEP, or AP scores may be considered

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PATHWAYS

There are lots of ways to begin your college adventure. Whether you want to try out a few classes or complete your Associate's Degree, RBC is here to help you!

Individual Classes

Select specific classes to fulfill your high school degree requirements and earn college credit.

Course Catalog

Passport

16 credits of coursework which are transferable and satisfy lower-division general education requirements at any Virginia public institution of higher education.

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UCGS

Uniform Certificate of General Studies is a one-year college program consisting of 30-32 credits in which all courses are transferable and satisfy lower-division general education requirements at any Virginia public intuition of higher education.

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Associates Degree

60-62 credits of coursework which are transferable to one of our 35+ transfer agreement partners.

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“When the prospects of becoming a Middle College student at Richard Bland was introduced to me, it gave me an opportunity to overexceed. I looked for that challenge. It’s what I take to the field, and I want it in other areas of my life, especially academically. Richard Bland offered that to me in so many ways.”

- Meziah Scott

2021 Graduate, Richard Bland Middle College Program

Transfer Partners

Richard Bland College prepares students for successful transfers to prestigious colleges and universities. RBC has established guaranteed transfer agreements with more than 35 institutions in Virginia. These include all public institutions and the majority of private institutions, with the exception of VMI. These agreements simplify the transfer process, making it incredibly convenient for you to earn your bachelor's degree.

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Success Stories

Curious to learn more about the Middle College Program that empowered Petersburg High School students like Antonio Duperior-White and Amaya Comvalius to achieve academic excellence? Explore how this innovative partnership between Richard Bland College and Petersburg City Public Schools offers a unique pathway to success, combining high school education with college-level coursework. Discover the impact of this collaborative initiative in providing students with affordable access to prestigious degrees and setting them on the path toward fulfilling careers. Dive deeper into the story of Antonio, Amaya, and their peers to uncover the transformative potential of educational opportunities like the Middle College Program.

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Dual Enrollment Students

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Partner Schools

35+

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