Distance Learning: Coordinated through the LRC, DCC’s distance learning program gives students the opportunity to attend accredited college classes in a flexible way. The college employs sound and acceptable practices for determining the amount and level of credit awarded for courses, regardless of format or mode of delivery. Distance learning students use a variety of learning resources including videos, textbooks, study guides, Interactive Television, and the internet to complete coursework and earn college credit at home or at convenient off-campus locations. Distance learning courses are designed to be comparable to traditional on-campus courses. The primary difference centers on the degree of responsibility the student accepts when taking a distance learning course. For some, this aspect makes distance learning courses an ideal way of continuing their education because it alleviates many time constraints and scheduling conflicts. All distance learning courses have an assigned instructor. In addition, distance learning students have access to campus learning resources and student support services.
The Teaching, Learning & Technology Center provides assistance to faculty who wish to use instructional technologies in their teaching. Located in the Mary M. Barksdale Library, the college’s librarians work directly with instructors to develop applications and also provides information technology training for faculty and staff. For more information, call 434.797.8598. DCC’s Tutoring Center, which is nationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association, provides free tutoring to currently enrolled DCC students to support their DCC coursework. Tutoring is provided by trained professional and peer tutors. Both one-on-one peer tutoring and small group tutoring are available. The Tutoring Center is located on the upper level of the LRC. For more information on tutoring services, call 434.797.6432. Students may also access Brainfuse, on or off-campus, for tutoring assistance through Canvas. Brainfuse offers online tutoring in various subjects, some available 24/7, with a staff of more than 2000 tutors worldwide.
Financial Aid Financial Aid DCC is committed in its belief that qualified students should have an opportunity to pursue higher education, regardless of their financial situation. To be considered for financial assistance, students must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid. gov/h/apply-for-aid and submit it to DCC by entering 003758 for the federal school code. Computers are available for completing the FAFSA in the Financial Aid Office in Wyatt 111 during business hours. To be eligible, the student must enroll in an eligible curriculum and make satisfactory academic progress in the program of study. For more information, visit the Financial Aid website: https://danville.edu/financial-aid Types of Financial Aid Federal Work-Study Program Students who show sufficient financial need may be employed as work-study employees on campus while attending college. Students who are enrolled at least half time may work an average of 10-12 hours per week. For information or to apply, visit the Financial Aid office in Wyatt 111. Federal Pell Grant Program Full-time and part-time students who show sufficient financial need and are enrolled in eligible curricula may receive non-repayable aid under this program. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program Students who show sufficient financial need may qualify for this non-repayable grant. Direct Federal Student Loan Program Students who do not receive sufficient grant aid to attend college may request a student loan. Forms are available in the Financial Aid Office or online.
DCC Educational Foundation Scholarships The DCC Educational Foundation awards approximately 300 scholarships totaling $500,000 annually in financial assistance to eligible DCC students through the generosity of its donors. The DCC Educational Foundation also awards graduation scholarships to eligible students graduating from DCC who are transferring to four-year institutions. For more information, contact the DCC Educational Foundation Office at 434.797.8437 or 434.797.8495. Full details about individual scholarships and the online scholarship application are available on the DCC Educational Foundation’s website: danville.edu/dcc-educationalfoundation-scholarships State Grants The Commonwealth Award (COMA) Grant: Preference • is given to students with exceptional need. Recipient must be domiciled in Virginia and enroll for at least six (6) credits. • The Virginia Guaranteed Assistance Program (VGAP) Grant recipient must be: A first-time freshman, a dependent, a high school graduate with a high school GPA of at least 2.5, a Virginia resident, and demonstrate financial need. Recipients must be enrolled as a fulltime student, must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 GPA each semester, and must complete a minimum of 24 semester hours each academic year to remain eligible for consideration during the next academic year. • The Part-time Tuition Assistance Program Grant is a campus-based Virginia Community College System grant program based on need and awarded to eligible students who are enrolled for 1 to 8 credits a semester. These grant awards are for tuition and fees only. Student Services • 37
