Admitted Student Checklist

Congratulations on your acceptance to Richard Bland College of William & Mary and welcome!

Below are your next steps for enrollment and registration. Please complete them as soon as possible.

Complete the Enrollment Intent Form and pay the enrollment deposit
- Complete your Enrollment Intent Form using the link sent to you via email and pay your $75.00 enrollment deposit. You can also access the form at this link.
  
  This deposit will be applied to your tuition once you register for classes.
  
  “Note: please contact apply@rbc.edu or 804-862-6249 if you feel you qualify for a tuition deposit waiver.”
Complete your Virginia In-State Tuition (VIT) form
- Complete your Virginia In-State Tuition form using the link sent to you via email.
  
  You complete Side A, and your parent or legal guardian should complete Side B.
  
  A confirmation email will be sent upon review of the VIT form and if any further documentation is needed, you will be notified at that time.
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- The best way to receive the most federal, state and institutional financial aid is to submit your FAFSA. We recommend you file the FAFSA as soon as possible and list Richard Bland College (Code 003707) as your colleges to quickly receive your award letter. Questions? Please contact the Richard Bland College Office of Financial Aid at financialaid@rbc.edu.
  
  Start your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Log in to your RBC accounts
- The first step to connecting with RBC online is to log in to Banner to locate your email address. You can find directions at https://www.rbc.edu/campus-life/accepted-students-web-checklist/.
  
  Next, register with Statesman Account Management (SAM). Information is found at the link above.
  A video walking you through the process is found here.
  
  Once you have registered with SAM, you must log in to the following to complete setting up your online accounts:
  - Canvas – find information for course assignments
  - Statesman Mail – your official RBC email
  Information and links to videos for logging in to these accounts is found at https://www.rbc.edu/campus-life/accepted-students-web-checklist/.
Accept your Financial Aid
- Please view this video for a tutorial on How to Accept Your Financial Aid. (This video can also be downloaded from the viewing site).
  
  A pdf transcript of How to Accept Your Financial Aid can be found here
Submit your housing application and consider a meal plan
- Thank you for choosing to live on campus at Richard Bland College of William & Mary! More information about the housing application is found at https://www.rbc.edu/campus-life/residential-living/applying-for-housing/. You will need your RBC username and password. Directions for how to set up your account to access MyHousing Self Service are found here. After the priority deadline, RBC staff will assign housing on a first-come, first-served basis.
  
  All residential students are required to enroll in a meal plan option.
  
  “If you’re interested in applying for a housing waiver for the residence halls, just fill out the Housing Waiver Request form. Be sure to carefully read the instructions so that you can submit a complete and accurate application.”
  
  https://www.tfaforms.com/5041357
  
  COMMUTER STUDENTS: Meal plans are also available for commuter students—save time and money by purchasing a meal plan in advance. If you are a commuter wishing to purchase a meal plan, contact the Office of Student Accounts, (804) 862-9802.
Math and English Placement
- Click Here to see Math and English Placement Guidelines
Reach out to request classroom accommodations
- If you had an Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, or other documentation identifying reason for accommodations in high school, please click the link below to learn about the Office of Disability Services at Richard Bland College.
  
  In order to receive accommodations at RBC, you will need to submit an application, which is found at the link below.
  
  https://www.rbc.edu/academics/student-support-team/disability-services/
Pay your tuition and fees
- Payment for courses is due at the time of registration. View Tuition & Housing Rates. Interested in a payment plan?
  
  Richard Bland College Payment Plans
  
  Pay Your Bill
Register for Courses
- - Complete the Academic Interest Survey. Once you have confirmed your acceptance, a Learner Mentor will send you an Academic Interest Survey. A Learner Mentor will then register you for courses based on your preferences and degree requirements.
  - To gain more information about degree options and course requirements, please visit our advising page for more information.
  - If you have questions about course registration, contact Student Success at studentsuccess@rbc.edu or 804-862-6100 ext. 6403.
Access important dates
- Important dates are listed in the academic calendar.
  
  Academic Calendar