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RVCC Releases Its College Planning Tips for High School Juniors & Seniors

Take first year classes in high school

Transitioning from high school to college can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be if you’re prepared. Explore RVCC’s Jumpstart Pre-College Program.

High school students can take college level courses that transfer to four-year universities. Get ahead in your learning and have more time at college to explore new opportunities.

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Do you want to catch the eye of the Admissions Director at your dream college?

Your chance is now through RVCC’s Jumpstart Pre-College Program – a great way to fulfill college requirements as a high schooler. The college credits that you earn can stay at RVCC or transfer to the college of your choice.

Take college courses & take real steps toward finding a major.

College is right around the corner. Gain firsthand experience of college classes with RVCC’s Jumpstart Pre-College Program.

You will not only get a taste of the major and complete courses that are required for your degree, but also earn college credit before leaving high school. You must have at least a 3.0 high school GPA to apply.

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