Chattahoochee Valley Community College
About Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Chattahoochee Valley Community College teaches in Phenix City, across the river from Columbus, Georgia, and near Fort Benning. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1973
Location
Phenix City, Alabama
Students
1,110
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,100
Out-of-state: $8,970
Avg Net Price
$4,244
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,438
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
36.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
52.2%
Transfer Out
20%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
39.1%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 36.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,100
In-State
$8,970
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,008
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,600
After Financial Aid
$4,244
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,275
Receive Grants
40.3%
Take Loans
26.1%
Tuition is $5,100/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,244.
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 Chattahoochee Valley Community College fund their education.
While in School
40.3%
Get Grants
Free money
26.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,813
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 Chattahoochee Valley Community College.
Gender
69.2%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,110
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
28.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 43% 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
1,110
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Chattahoochee Valley Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 81 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
81
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
51
Men
30
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Chattahoochee Valley Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,438
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
93 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
18 grads
Fire Protection
—
12 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
11 grads
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.