Blue Ridge Community College
About Blue Ridge Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Blue Ridge Community College teaches in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia and runs a veterinary technology program that is among the largest in the state. Nursing is among its other biggest.
Founded
1967
Location
Weyers Cave, Virginia
Students
2,730
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,646
Out-of-state: $12,084
Avg Net Price
$13,997
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,644
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
40.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.6%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44.4%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Large
The 40.4% graduation rate is below average, but 64.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,646
In-State
$12,084
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,788
After Financial Aid
$13,997
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,832
Receive Grants
31.6%
Take Loans
4.6%
Tuition is $5,646/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,997.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Blue Ridge Community College fund their education.
While in School
31.6%
Get Grants
Free money
4.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,958
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,409
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$110/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,409, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Blue Ridge Community College.
Gender
60.1%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,730
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 47.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,730
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Blue Ridge Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,644
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
200 grads
1yr Earnings
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
$40K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$61K
24 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$51K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.