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Admissions

"How do I become a student at New River Community College?"
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"How would I request a catalog, class schedule, financial aid forms or other information about attending NRCC? "
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"How do I locate my student ID and user name, or reset my password?"
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"How do I register and pay for classes at NRCC?"
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"How do I print a copy of my schedule and pay online for my classes?"
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Academic

"How many credits do I have to take to be a full-time student?"
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"How do I find out who my faculty advisor is?"
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"I am considering pursuing a degree program at NRCC. How would I contact a faculty member with specific questions about a degree program(s) that interests me? "
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"My schedule will not allow me to come to campus to take classes at the present time. What degree options are available to me?"
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"I plan to transfer to a four-year college. What courses should I take at NRCC ?"
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"I would like to get into the LPN or RN program at NRCC. What do I need to do?"
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"Do I have to complete the degree in two years or may I go at a slower pace? "
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"Do I need to take the courses in my degree program in the exact order listed in the course catalog?"
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"I am trying to raise my overall G.P.A. Is there a way to estimate what my G.P.A. needs to be next semester to raise my cumulative G.P.A. to a specified average?"
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"How do I search for what classes will be offered in upcoming semesters? "
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"How can I find a record of my previous coursework and grades at NRCC or any VCCS college?"
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"Where can I find an evaluation of my coursework from another college and how the credits transferred into NRCC?"
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"How do I transfer my course work from NRCC to another college?"
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"I am really struggling in my classes. Are there tutors on campus who will help me?"
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"What services are available for a student who been identified with a learning disability?"
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General

"When do classes begin?"
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"Where do I get my books?"
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"Where do I get my parking decal for student parking at NRCC in Dublin?"
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"Where do I get a student photo ID made?"
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Admissions

How do I become a student at New River Community College?
Follow the simple steps below to become a student at NRCC:
http://www.nr.edu/admissions/howtobecomeastudent.php

How would I request a catalog, class schedule, financial aid forms or other information about attending NRCC?

The college catalog is available online https://catalog.nr.edu/. Please click on the following link to request other information: http://www.nr.edu/request/

How do I locate my student ID and user name, or reset my password?
Go to NRCC home page Click on “My Accounts” in top right hand corner. Click on “Forgot Username” or “Forgot Password,” and follow the instructions. If that doesn’t work, please contact the NRCC Help Desk at 540-674-3600, ext. 4400, during office hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday). You can also visit them in Rooker Hall in Dublin or ask for help at the Christiansburg site front desk.

How do I register and pay for classes at NRCC?
Go to NRCC home pageand click “My Accounts” (located in the top right hand corner)
Put in your user name and password -(if you do not know your user name and password, Click on “forgot user name/ forgot password”)
Click “My Student Information System”
At “ Student Center” Click “Enroll”
You can enter the 5 digit class number from the schedule of classes and hit “enter”
To search for open classes, click the “search” button. Then enter the “course subject” and “course number” For example, to search for Eng 111: enter “Eng” for the course subject, and “111” for the course number, and then click the “search” button

How do I print a copy of my schedule and pay online for my classes?
Go to NRCC home page and click “My Accounts” (located in the top right hand corner)
Put in your user name and password
Click “My Student Information System”
At “Student Center” Click “Enroll”, then click the “My Class Schedule” tab at the top
To see schedule in day by day format, click “Weekly Calendar View”
Click on “Student Center”, then click “Account Inquiry” to see the tuition
Click “Make a Payment” to pay online with a credit card.

Academic

How many credits do I have to take to be a full-time student?
12 credits is the minimum full-time course load, but students may take up to 18 credits a semester as a full-time student.

How do I find out who my faculty advisor is?
If you are current student and are in a degree program, your faculty advisor is listed on the right hand side of your “Student Center” menu, after accessing the Student Information System using your user name and password. You can access the Student Information System from the NRCC homepage by clicking “My Accounts.” If you are a current student, but do not yet have an advisor, please contact an advisor in the Advising Center for assistance.

I am considering pursuing a degree program at NRCC. How would I contact a faculty member with specific questions about a degree program(s) that interests me?
For a list of full time faculty and other detailed information about specific program offerings, click on the academic department of interest under “Academic Departments.”

My schedule will not allow me to come to campus to take classes at the present time. What degree options are available to me?
Currently the college offers 120 different courses through the Online Learning program. Students are able to complete course requirements for associate degrees in General Studies, Education, Liberal Arts, Science, Business Administration and Business Management online. Contact the Online Learning Department for more information.

I plan to transfer to a four-year college from New River Community College. What courses should I take while at NRCC?
NRCC is a great place to begin your college education! You will find the class sizes to be smaller and the professors more accessible than in the typical freshman/sophomore class at a university. To learn more about our transfer degree programs, check out our “Transfer Resources” website.

I would like to get into the LPN or RN program at NRCC. What do I need to do?
These two programs require a separate application (in addition to the NRCC application), and are subject to competitive or selective admission. You may obtain more information on the RN or LPN admission requirements from Katie Pruett in the Admissions Office:

Katie Pruett
Admissions & Records
Nursing Admissions Specialist
(540) 674-3600 extension 4222
kpruettn@nr.edu

For more information on admissions requirements for LPN and RN programs, click: Choose Your Future - Healthcare

Do I have to complete the degree in two years or may I go at a slower pace?
We encourage students to pursue their academic goals at whatever pace will allow them to excel, while at the same time balancing their education with work and personal responsibilities. In most degree programs, you may take as little as one course a semester. However, there are some programs, such as LPN and RN, which require that students complete the degree in the time frame and semester sequence listed in the course catalog. Some “Guaranteed Admissions Transfer Agreements” to specific colleges require students to complete their transfer associate degree within two years. Other programs, such as Accounting and Information Systems, and Instrumentation may require students to complete their degree within 5 to 7 years, so that material mastered aligns with current knowledge in that field. For more specific information, students are encouraged to contact faculty in the degree program(s) of interest.

Do I need to take the courses in my degree program in the exact order listed in the course catalog?
When deciding which course(s) to take next, it is important to read the course description in the back of the college catalog to see if the course has any prerequisites. If not, then it is often acceptable to take a course out of semester sequence. Social Science electives, Health/PE, Public Speaking, and Humanities electives are examples of courses that may be taken in any semester, or in the summer. However, be aware of the degree-specific courses listed under each semester of the degree program, as these courses have been placed in this order by the faculty. Therefore, while there may not be a prerequisite for a particular course, it is often to the student’s advantage to take certain courses in the order listed. Also, some degree-specific courses are only offered in either the Fall or the Spring semester, but not both. It is always wise to consult with your faculty advisor about your academic planning.

How do I search for what classes will be offered in upcoming semesters?
To access the current NRCC class schedule, click on the NRCC class schedule.
Be aware that until the class schedule is posted at the above link, class offerings and times are in flux. Once the schedule is posted, minimal changes are made based on class demand.
To search for class offerings at NRCC or any VCCS college in upcoming semesters:
Go to NRCC homepage and click “My Accounts” (located in the top right hand corner)
Put in your user name and password
Click “My Student Information System”
At “Student Center” then click “Search”
Choose the institution and term
Enter the “course subject” and “course number" (For example, to search for Eng 111, enter “Eng” for the course subject, and “111” for the course number)
Click the “search” button

How can I find a record of my previous coursework & grades at NRCC or any VCCS college?
Go to NRCC homepage and click “My Accounts” (located in the top right hand corner)
Put in your user name and password
Click “My Student Information System”
Click “Academic Records”
Click “View Unofficial Transcript”
Select the Academic Institution, then select “unofficial transcript” for report type
If you want to send an official transcript from NRCC to another college, then select “official transcript,” and fill in the mailing address of the college.

Where can I find an evaluation of my course work from another college and how the credits transferred to NRCC?
Go to NRCC homepage and click “My Accounts” (located in the top right hand corner)
Put in your username and password
Click “My Student Information System”
Click “Transfer Credit”
If you had your transcript from your previous college sent to NRCC and asked to have it evaluated for a particular Degree Program, the transfer credit will be listed here.

How do I transfer my course work from NRCC to another college?
New River Community College (NRCC) has partnered with Parchment to manage the ordering, processing, and secure delivery of your official transcripts in an electronic and paper format.

You may also request a transcript in person at the Admissions & Records office in Rooker 259, or at the NRCC Christiansburg site during regular business hours. There is no charge for picking up transcripts in person.

For more information about transcript requests and Parchment, please see the Admissions and Records website

I am really struggling in my classes. Are there tutors on campus who will help me?
We have an Academic Success Center where you can be matched with a tutor who will help you when you are available before or after class. For more information on these free services go to: Academic Success Center website. To obtain a tutor, simply fill out this form.

What services are available for a student who been identified with a learning disability?
The Center for Disabilities (CDS) is located in the Advising Center in Rooker Hall. Documentation of the disability is needed. Accommodations for students with a disability may include testing, classroom, notetaking, or other services as determined by the student's documentation. Contact Lucy Howlett, Coordinator (ext. 3619) for more information.

General

When do classes begin?
Click on our academic calendar to see all the important dates for each semester.

Where do I get my books?
The bookstore is located in Martin Hall (Dublin). There is also a bookstore at the Christiansburg site).
You will need a copy of your class schedule to get your books.
You can look up your books and the cost ahead of time on the class schedule. Click on “View Book Information” under the name of the course.

Where do I get my parking decal for student parking at NRCC in Dublin?
Parking decals can be obtained at the Security Office, which is located just inside the main entrance to Godbey Hall. Bring a copy of your schedule and your license plate number. Decals are free, but are required for parking at the NRCC campus in Dublin.

Where do I get a student photo ID made?
Go to the Student Activities Coordinator’s office located in the Student Lounge in Martin Hall to have a photo ID made. The Student Activities Coordinator is Rod Reedy.