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Rappahannock Community College, also known as RCC, is located in Virginia, United States. It has two campues, one located in Glenns and the other in Warsaw. It was founded in the year 1969 and operates under the Virginia Community College System. The college was named after the Rappahannock River because its campuses stand on both sides of the river. The college offers degree and certificate programs in various areas of study including business management, mathematics, practical nursing, culinary arts, and law enforcement.
RCC's athletic teams are nicknamed the Gulls. Students of Rappahannock Community College participate in sports such as softball, basketball, and baseball. There are several student clubs and organizations including the Culture Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Nurses Association, Art Clu, and RCC Players.
Glenns, VA is home to Rappahannock Community College. Glenns is a rural area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Rappahannock Community College go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in therapy and counseling and liberal arts.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 3,206 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to promote the personal growth of our students and prepare them for success as learners, professionals, and citizens by providing quality educational experiences."
More complete details are provided below.
Rappahannock Community College
12745 College Drive
Glenns, VA 23149-2616
General Phone: (804) 758-6700
http://www.rappahannock.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 113 | liberal arts and sciences, liberal arts and humanities |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 45 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Therapy and Counseling | 34 | mental and social health services |
| Business and Management | 16 | business administration, accounting and related services |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and administration |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | engineering technology, industrial production tech, industrial tech |
| Office and Administration | 4 | business support services |
Number of programs and degrees for Rappahannock Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 162 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 34 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 28 | 6 |
In 2007-2008, Rappahannock Community College had a total enrollment of 3,206 students (1,598 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 40% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 99% |
| State unknown | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,615 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,870 |
| Books and supplies | $ 884 |
Financial Aid:
Rappahannock Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 916000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 18 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $61,664 | 4 | $54,608 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $50,858 | 4 | $50,500 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $48,494 | 6 | $43,801 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $52,932 | 16 | $50,742 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Related Services, Other
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Engineering Technology, General
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Rappahannock Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (for open-admission colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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