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Public, 2-Year
Richmond, VA

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in VA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,136

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$39,529

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Richmond, VA. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,136, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$10,272

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$9,529

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$85,018

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$180,308

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at J Sargeant Reynolds Community College is $10,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.9%
39.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
41.0%
Black
31.0%
Hispanic
10.3%
Asian
6.6%
Two or more
4.8%
International
3.4%
Unknown
2.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,136

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$3,773
$30k - $48k$4,023
$48k - $75k$5,199
$75k+$7,731

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,500
Pell Grant Recipients30.0%
Using Federal Loans4.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment28.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

64.4%

Success

28.2%

In-State Cost

$5,136

Age 25+ Students

30.7%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 9

Working at 6yr

3,905 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Richmond (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Richmond (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Richmond

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,328

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,365

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,532

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Richmond metropolitan area.