Rappahannock Community College Virginia

Rural Virginia community college with low tuition serving 2,767 students in the Tidewater region.

College statistics

Address:
12745 College Drive
Glenns, VA
23149
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.rappahannock.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Rappahannock Community College is a public two-year institution located in Glenns, Virginia, serving a rural region in the Tidewater area. The college offers transfer pathways and career training programs with a focus on liberal arts and sciences, general studies, and humanities coursework. As a community college, it serves students seeking affordable entry points to higher education and those pursuing direct workforce preparation.

In-state tuition is $4,902 per year, with out-of-state tuition at $10,560. The college enrolls approximately 2,767 students. These costs reflect the college's design as an open-access institution intended to serve local and regional populations without significant financial barriers to entry.

Rappahannock operates as a transfer-focused community college, with many students completing general education requirements before moving to four-year institutions. The college is well-suited for rural Virginia residents, working adults, and students managing tight budgets. For more information about programs, financial aid, and admission requirements, visit www.rappahannock.edu/.