Brightpoint Community College
About Brightpoint Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Brightpoint Community College teaches south of Richmond, Virginia, from Chester and Midlothian. Allied health and business are among its largest programs, alongside the transfer track most of its students take.
Founded
1967
Location
Chester, Virginia
Students
5,792
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,082
Out-of-state: $11,520
Avg Net Price
$5,490
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,223
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
38.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.3%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.8%
$/Student
$5.2K
Class Size
Large
The 38.3% graduation rate is below average, but 68.3% 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
$5,082
In-State
$11,520
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,196
After Financial Aid
$5,490
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,150
Receive Grants
22.5%
Take Loans
3.3%
Tuition is $5,082/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,490.
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 Brightpoint Community College fund their education.
While in School
22.5%
Get Grants
Free money
3.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,355
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, 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 Brightpoint Community College.
Gender
58.6%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,792
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
21.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 41.5% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,792
Students
community
Institution
Medium
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Brightpoint Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,223
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
138 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
115 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
48 grads
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
$21K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K 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.