Dual Enrollment
Earn College Credits in High School
Richmond Public Schools has an agreement with Reynolds Community College to offer college-level courses to qualifying high school students. Courses are offered in a variety of settings - on campus at Reynold, at the Richmond Technical Center, and at select comprehensive and specialty high schools. Concurrent Enrollment is also an option for high school students that wish to enroll in community college courses outside of ECA and DE offerings in the division.
early college academy
Successful students finish this program with an Associate's Degree.
Classes are held at Reynolds Community College.
The program is open to 10th grade applicants from all RPS high schools, who apply through their school counseling office. To be eligible, students must have at least a 3.3 GPA and show strong interest in earning college credit. Accepted students begin the two-year program in 11th grade as part of a cohort, with initial acceptance contingent on meeting Virginia Community College System placement test requirements. Morning classes are held at Reynolds Community College’s Downtown Campus, while students return to their home high schools in the afternoon for classes and activities. This structure allows students to balance the college experience with continued involvement in their high school community.
For more information about the Early College Academy, navigate to Early College Academy.
Dual Enrollment at rTC
Successful students earn credits toward a Career Studies Certificate.
Classes are held at the Richmond Technical Center.
The program is open to RPS high school students at the start of each school year. Students register through their school for designated dual enrollment courses, which are held during the regular school day at the Richmond Technical Center. Tuition for all courses is fully covered by RPS, ensuring access without cost to families. All dual enrollment classes take place at the Richmond Technical Center (RTC).
Dual Enrollment in HS
Successful students earn credits toward the Passport or Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
Classes are held at select RPS high schools.
This program is open to RPS high school students who are not enrolled in ECA. Dual enrollment courses are offered within the student’s comprehensive or specialty school, taught by RPS teachers who have been approved by Reynolds Community College to deliver college-level instruction. Students register for available courses through their school counselor, with offerings varying by school and year. Each designated course allows students to earn both high school and college credit, transcripted through Reynolds Community College. Classes are conveniently held on campus at the students’ own high schools.
Concurrent Enrollment
High school juniors and seniors may be permitted to enroll in college level courses prior to graduating from high school. The Concurrent Enrollment Form must be signed by the parent or legal guardian and the principal or designee for each requested semester or term. School counselors are available to support the application and registration process. Individual families are responsible for all tuition, books, and fees associated with concurrent enrollment courses.