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Public 2-Year
Blue and Gold
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Knights
Undergraduate
3134
Transfer-in
Overall
20
Years 1 & 2
20
Years 3 & 4
Danville Community College
Danville Community College
Danville Community College is a two-year institution of higher education under the state-wide Virginia Community College System. DCC's service area includes the City of Danville, Pittsylvania County, and Halifax County. Danville Community College is committed to providing quality comprehensive higher education and workforce programs and services to promote student success and to enhance business and community development. Danville Community College values the multicultural diversity of its students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to creating and nurturing a campus environment which both welcomes and empowers all individuals. We recognize cultural differences of background, experience, and national origin, and we seek to promote the common bonds of humanity which cross the boundaries of cultural difference.
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Academics
Freshman Definition
Danville Community College does not have a freshman definition.
College Fit
Danville Community College offers small class sizes and affordable tuition. The college offers several student clubs inc...see moreDanville Community College offers small class sizes and affordable tuition. The college offers several student clubs including the African American Culture Club, the Cyber Knights, and more.
Freshman Student Catalog Year
All students who are initially placed in a program (including Developmental Studies) are placed in a catalog year at the...see moreAll students who are initially placed in a program (including Developmental Studies) are placed in a catalog year at the same time.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Application Fee
There is no application fee at Danville Community College.
Application Type(s)
Danville Community College has one standard application in our open admissions policy.
Transcripts
Applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if ...see moreApplicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Tests
Danville Community College placement for math includes a 530 or above on the SAT; a 22 or above on the ACT; a 165 or abo...see moreDanville Community College placement for math includes a 530 or above on the SAT; a 22 or above on the ACT; a 165 or above on the GED- Math; or take the Virginia Placement Test (VPT). If a student has a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and has earned a C or higher in Algebra I, then they are considered to have satisfied MTE 1-3. If a student has a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and has earned a C or higher in Algebra II, then they are considered to have satisfied MTE 1-5. If a student has a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and has earned a C or higher in Algebra II and one algebra intensive course, then they are considered to have satisfied MTE 1-9.
Danville Community College placement for English includes a 480 or above on the SAT; an 18 or above on the ACT; a 165 or above on the GED- English; or take the Virginia Placement Test (VPT). If a student has a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher, they are placed in ENG 111.
Essay
Danville Community College does not have an essay requirement for admission.
Letter of Recommendation
Danville Community College does not require letters of recommendation for admission.
Interview
Danville Community College does not have an interview requirement for admission.
Important Dates
Freshman Application Deadline
Fall
DCC has an open admissions policy. Applications are accepted year-round.
Freshman Application Deadline
Spring
DCC has an open admissions policy. Applications are accepted year-round.
Academics
Transfer Definition
Any student who has completed prior college coursework or equivalent credit for prior learning experience.
College Fit
Danville Community College offers small class sizes and affordable tuition. The college offers several student clubs inc...see moreDanville Community College offers small class sizes and affordable tuition. The college offers several student clubs including the African American Culture Club, the Cyber Knights, and more.
Associate Transfer Degree Completion
A minimum of 25% of the credit required for graduation in the curriculum must be earned at DCC.The program administrator...see moreA minimum of 25% of the credit required for graduation in the curriculum must be earned at DCC.The program administrator responsible for evaluating a student?s previous coursework shall determine the acceptability of each course the student wishes to transfer or apply toward the program requirements based upon his/her knowledge of any changes that have occurred since the course(s) was completed;
Give particular attention to courses in areas that have had significant technological changes in recent years (e.g., electronics, automotive, graphic imaging, information systems, administrative support technology, etc.); As deemed appropriate, seek the input of faculty or other administrators regarding the proper course of action.
Dual Enrollment - Completion of Associates
Academically accelerated program for students planning to enter a four-year college. Qualified juniors complete the last...see moreAcademically accelerated program for students planning to enter a four-year college. Qualified juniors complete the last two years of high school at DCC. Students earn an Advanced Studies high school diploma and a two-year Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Liberal Arts at the same time.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
A catalog year is based on the time a student was formally admitted to a program of study.
Accepts Credits for Prior Learning
Credit may be granted for prior learning for non-collegiate education, training, and/or occupational experiences as reco...see moreCredit may be granted for prior learning for non-collegiate education, training, and/or occupational experiences as recommended by college faculty, ACE, the National College Credit Recommendation Service, or another college-approved organization.
Students may be awarded college credit if they can demonstrate previous educational study or training/work experience that entitles them to credit for specific courses applicable to their program of study. Documentation for special training or experience must be submitted with the request for credit and will be retained in the student?s file. The supporting documentation must include samples of work or projects completed. Students wishing to be awarded previous completion credit for a specific course should contact the appropriate division office in which the course is taught. DCC reserves the right to place a time limit on prior learning experiences for which advanced standing may be granted. The division dean, in consultation with the admissions coordinator, will determine if courses taken more than five years previously can be used in the student?s current program of study.
Course Transfer Criteria
Minimum grade for course to transfer is a C.
General Education Programs
DCC accepts the UCGS and Passport programs to meet General Education requirements.
Guaranteed Admission Agreement (GAA) Application Process
Danville Community College has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with many public and private four-year institutions in t...see moreDanville Community College has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with many public and private four-year institutions in the commonwealth. These transfer partnerships assist students in making a smooth transition from one institution to the next by maximizing community college credits. It?s never too early to begin planning for a smooth transfer to another institution. Your decisions and commitment to a specific program and university directly impact the success of transferring credits. The longer you wait to make a decision, the more you risk delaying degree completion. We recommend the following: 1) By the time you have earned 15 credits, declare your intent to transfer. 2) By the time you are mid-way through your academic program, declare your major and university.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Application Fee
There is no application fee at Danville Community College.
Transcripts
New applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades,...see moreNew applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Tests
Danville Community College uses Multiple Measures in place of placement testing in most cases. Entrance exams are option...see moreDanville Community College uses Multiple Measures in place of placement testing in most cases. Entrance exams are optional. Danville Community College accepts the Virginia Placement Test (VPT), Compass, Asset, PSAT, SAT, ACT, and SOL.
Essay
Danville Community College does not have an essay requirement for admission.
Letters of Recommendation
Danville Community College does not require letters of recommendation for admission.
Interview
Danville Community College does not have an interview requirement for admission.
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2.0
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Flexible Degree Options
Weekend/Evening Courses Available
Summer Courses Available
Reverse Transfer
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