About J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Just the Facts

JSRCC Student J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College - Virginia's newest community college - was founded in 1972 to serve the capitol region in and around the city of Richmond. In just over 36 years, J. Sargeant Reynolds has grown into the third largest college in the Virginia Community College System, enrolling students at three major campuses, at 5 off-campus sites, and "virtually" through distance learning.

The college currently offers 24 two-year occupational/technical degree programs, 9 occupational/technical certificate programs, 5 two-year college transfer programs, and 43 career studies certificate programs requiring less than one-year of full-time study. Having enrolled more than 275,000 persons in credit courses since its opening, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College continues to strive to meet the aspirations of its namesake to provide “a practical and economic answer to the future educational needs of thousands of ...Virginians.”

Over 18,000 credit students attend Reynolds for:

: : : Degrees that transfer to four-year universities and colleges in Virginia and elsewhere.

: : Degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates that prepare credit students for employment.

: : Credit courses for students who do not currently wish to complete an entire program - during the day, evening, on weekends, via distance learning and through dual enrollment.

Over 15,500 non-credit students come to the college for:

: : Workforce Development courses and services through the Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA). >> Learn more about non-credit opportunities

History of the College
Responding to the recommendation of a legislative study committee that “every citizen of the Commonwealth be given an opportunity to attend an institution of higher learning offering academic, occupational/ technical, and community service programs at a nominal cost,” in 1966 the General Assembly of Virginia established a state-wide system of community colleges. A newly established State Board for Community Colleges prepared a master plan for a system of 23 institutions. The Lieutenant Governor, J. Sargeant Reynolds, heralded the creation of the community college system by the General Assembly as “one of its finest acts and finest hours in this century.” J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, the last of these colleges, is named in honor of the late Lieutenant Governor of the State, who championed legislation creating the state-supported community colleges. Opened in 1972 in temporary headquarters, the college is now a three-campus institution and the third largest in the Virginia Community College System. > Learn More

Reynolds Students Reynolds Today
We provide the teachers and resources to help you succeed. Whether you are interested in a career or are taking a course for personal enrichment, our professional educators are here to help. As a student, you are given the individual attention you need. Small classes and counseling services are two of the important ways we help. Whether it's advice in choosing a career path or designing a course schedule to transfer to a four-year school, we are here to help. A statewide policy on transfers gives admissions priority to JSRCC transfer students, grants credit for courses taken at the community college, and establishes a recommended course of study for our students who wish to transfer to a four-year college or university.

Our Mission
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College provides access to education that develops individuals for employment and career advancement, prepares students for successful transfer to colleges and universities, promotes personal enrichment and lifelong learning, and builds a skilled workforce that contributes to regional economic development.

Our Vision
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College will provide a dynamic learning environment that will change people’s lives and enrich our community.

Locations and Facilities
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College has three academic campuses.

The Downtown Academic Campus is located adjacent to the Philip Morris Research Center and the VCU Medical Campus. It provides one and two-year occupational and technical programs in a number of allied health, business, and community service areas, as well as college transfer programs in liberal arts, business, education, science, and computer science.
Downtown Map & Directions | Phone Numbers

The Parham Road Academic Campus, located one mile west of I-95 in Henrico County, offers college transfer programs in liberal arts, education, engineering, science, and computer science, as well as a broad range of occupational/technical programs in the areas of business, engineering, and public service.
Parham Map & Directions | Phone Numbers

The Western Academic Campus is located near Routes 6 and 632 in the community of Goochland Courthouse. This campus offers programs in horticulture, automotive and diesel mechanics, welding and equine management.
Western Map & Directions | Phone Numbers

Cost
Tuition is reasonable, about half the cost of university tuition and most credits transfer to 4-year colleges and universities.