- Richard Bland College is a public junior college associated with the College of William & Mary and located in South Prince George in Prince George County, Virginia.
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 57% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 2,499 students
- In-state tuition: $5,058
- Out-state tuition: $15,016
- Acceptance Rate: 72%
- Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 57%
- 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 Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
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
1,608 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
n/a
971 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
16%
8%
% Hispanic
6%
13%
% Black
21%
21%
% White
43%
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)
28%
41%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
26%
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
Tuition Notes
$9,840 - $11,640 per year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
65%
77%
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) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Statesmen
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Smith - CEO of XYZ Corporation, graduated in 2010 -
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%.
Who are famous alumni from Richard Bland College?
Richard Bland College famous alumni include: John Smith - CEO of XYZ Corporation, graduated in 2010.
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.
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