Parents and other adults play critical roles in the decisions that students make regarding their college choice. As such, we are committed to providing you with up-to-date information that can help you learn more about our academic community and the college planning process.

The links to the left and below lead to helpful information about J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and other higher education resources.

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Reasons to go to College
College can open the door to more opportunities and choices for the future. Although going to college takes a lot of planning and preparation, it will improve your quality of life in the long run. The knowledge and skills that you gain can be used for the rest of your life.

More Job Opportunities
Education will allow you to get and keep a better job and give you more jobs from which to choose.

Increased Earning Power
A person with a college degree will earn $640,000 more over a lifetime than a person without a degree.

Learning Opportunities
College will allow you to gain more knowledge that will be helpful throughout life.

Broaden Your Perspective
Meeting new and interesting people, experiencing new social situations and learning to be independent can increase your understanding of the world.

Career Preparation
Obtain the skills and knowledge you need to prepare for a specific career.

Achievement of a Personal Goal
Obtaining a college degree may be the stepping stone that will allow you to achieve a lifelong dream.