Southside Virginia Community College
About Southside Virginia Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southside Virginia Community College teaches across the rural south of the state, from Alberta and Keysville. Nursing and social health services are among its largest programs.
Founded
1970
Location
Alberta, Virginia
Students
1,807
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,007
Out-of-state: $11,445
Avg Net Price
$5,338
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,371
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
41.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.5%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.6%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Large
The 41.8% graduation rate is below average, but 70.5% 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
$5,007
In-State
$11,445
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,036
After Financial Aid
$5,338
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,751
Receive Grants
35.4%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $5,007/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,338.
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 Southside Virginia Community College fund their education.
While in School
35.4%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,387
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southside Virginia Community College.
Gender
70.3%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,807
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
26.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 52.3% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,807
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 Southside Virginia Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,371
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$21K
311 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$29K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$48K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
12 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
$19K
10 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $32K 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.