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Richard Bland College

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Why Richard Bland College?

To prepare our students for a lifetime of endless potential.

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Academics
Academics

Richard Bland College offers many challenging courses and programs that will provide you with a solid foundation in the liberal arts as you begin or continue your pursuit of higher education. By attending Richard Bland College and completing the Associate Degree, you will have completed the first two years toward the Baccalaureate Degree.

We have guaranteed transfer agreements with four-year colleges and universities across the Commonwealth that will enhance your educational opportunities.
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Admissions & Aid

A high quality, affordable college education should be within the reach of every student. Our goal is 100% student success, and that begins with offering the first two years of your undergraduate education at a reasonable cost that can be paid without going into debt. Richard Bland College, Virginia’s only public, residential two year college, is also one of the Commonwealth’s most affordable
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Live like a Statesman

Richard Bland College of William & Mary is the only two-year residential college in Virginia. The residence halls were built in 2008 and offer apartment-style living with state-of-the-art amenities. Students are able to live and eat affordably starting at just $9,840 per year ranging up to $11,640 per year depending on their room assignment.
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Fine Arts

Earn a certificate in Fine Arts

Richard Bland College offers a Fine Arts Certificate program.

The Fine Arts Certificate (15 cr.) is designed to parallel the first year of foundation courses for the BFA. The program is a stackable credential which fits seamlessly into either the AA or AS transfer programs.

Courses Required
- ART – 101 Basic Design, 2-D Studio Credits: 3
  
  ART – 102 Basic Design, 3-D Studio Credits: 3
  
  ART – 103 Beginning Drawing Credits: 3
  
  ART – 104 Beginning Drawing Credits: 3
  
  ART – 292 Portfolio Development Credits: 3
Recommended Courses
- ART – 201 Art History Survey Credits: 3

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