C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
30/100 · earnings-weighted

Richard Bland College

2-Year Public
📍 South Prince George, Virginia 23805
Richard Bland College campus, South Prince George, VA
Richard Bland College campus, South Prince George, VA. Photo: Pbritti, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 21%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
D
40/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,598
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
72%
Acceptance Rate
$8,242
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Richard Bland College ▼

9% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$270,559
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,405
1-Year Change
+6.5%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Richard Bland College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$41,452
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,377
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,000
Median debt at graduation
9.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
16.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 27% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 26th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Richard Bland College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Physical Sciences$20,219$41,042-16%#19 of 24#22$12,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$31,675-28%#923 of 947#940$12,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Richard Bland College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $270,559
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,405/mo — vs ~$1,045/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 23882 (5.6% cap, Stony Creek)

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🏆 Where Richard Bland College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#14
Physical Sciences, General
of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,570 $12,630
Room $9,406
Board $4,734
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,690 $31,750

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
$8,242
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,899
$30,001 - $48,000$5,174
$48,001 - $75,000$7,603
$75,001 - $110,000$13,936
$110,001+$17,733

Student Demographics

2,598
Total Students
57%
Women
30%
Traditional Age (18-24)
9%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Hispanic 6%
Black 22%
Asian 16%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 64%
Off-Campus (Renters) 9%
With Family 27%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~229 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 70%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 30%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Richard Bland College?
Richard Bland College has an acceptance rate of 72%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Richard Bland College?
Tuition at Richard Bland College is $6,570 for in-state students and $12,630 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,242.
What is the graduation rate at Richard Bland College?
The graduation rate at Richard Bland College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Richard Bland College a good school?
Richard Bland College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Richard Bland College?
Richard Bland College has a total enrollment of 2,598 students.
Is there rental demand near Richard Bland College?
Yes! Approximately 9% of students at Richard Bland College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 229 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology