School Highlights
Richard Bland College serves 2,499 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,499 students
- In-state tuition: $5,058
- Out-state tuition: $15,016
- Acceptance Rate: 72%
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 56%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Richard Bland College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 151 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Richard Bland College
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Other Fields
Associate's--Private For-profit
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
151 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Richard Bland College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Richard Bland College diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,499 students
1,350 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
829 students
637 students
# Part-Time Students
1,670 students
971 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
249 students
314 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
829 students
611 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
158 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,670 students
971 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
476 students
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
16%
8%
% Hispanic
6%
13%
% Black
21%
21%
% White
44%
47%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
7%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2841%
0.4094%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.264%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,400
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,058 is more than the state average of $3,748. The in-state tuition has declined by 37% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $15,016 is more than the state average of $8,977. The out-state tuition has grown by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,058
$3,748
Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,016
$8,977
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
65%
78%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
72%
59%
SAT Math
425
425
SAT Writing
440
440
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Richard Bland College cost?
Richard Bland College's tuition is approximately $5,058 for In-State students and $15,016 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Richard Bland College?
The acceptance rate of Richard Bland College is 72%, which is higher than the state average of 59%.
What is Richard Bland College's ranking?
Richard Bland College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Diversity in US community colleges.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Richard Bland College is Southside College of Health Sciences (7.7 miles away)
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Miles
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Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 765-5800
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(804) 765-5800
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| 107 students
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