- 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.
School Highlights
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College serves 8,681 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 55%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 8,681 students
- In-state tuition: $4,428
- Out-state tuition: $10,266
- Student-teacher ratio: 44:1
- Minority enrollment: 56%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 197 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Colors
Red and White
Total Faculty
197 staff
39 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of J Sargeant Reynolds Community College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 44:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The J Sargeant Reynolds Community College diversity score of 0.71 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,681 students
1,380 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
44:1
37:1
# Full-Time Students
2,818 students
585 students
# Part-Time Students
5,863 students
795 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
498 students
297 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,818 students
415 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,863 students
795 students
% Asian
7%
8%
% Hispanic
9%
14%
% Black
29%
22%
% White
44%
45%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,600
$27,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,428 is more than the state average of $3,581. The in-state tuition has grown by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,266 is more than the state average of $8,577. The out-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,428
$3,581
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,266
$8,577
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
65%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,198
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Hawk
- 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 25 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. J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College has three academic campuses - the Downtown Academic Campus, the Parham Road Academic Campus and the Western Academic Campus. 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. 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 and workforce development courses and services through the Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA). JSRCC's occupational/technical plans, designed to prepare students for employment as technicians, paraprofessionals and skilled craftsmen. In these two-year plans, you can earn an Associate of Applied Arts (AAA) or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. For even quicker and more focused preparation for an occupation, you can complete a Certificate (C) plan in two or three semesters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does J Sargeant Reynolds Community College cost?
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College's tuition is approximately $4,428 for In-State students and $10,266 for Out-State students.
What schools are J Sargeant Reynolds Community College often compared to?
J Sargeant Reynolds Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Brightpoint Community College by visitors of our site.
What is J Sargeant Reynolds Community College's ranking?
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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