Southwest Virginia Community College
About Southwest Virginia Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southwest Virginia Community College teaches in the coalfields of far southwestern Virginia, at Cedar Bluff. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Cedar Bluff, Virginia
Students
1,651
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
46.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,075
Out-of-state: $11,513
Avg Net Price
$6,005
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,221
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
46.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.2%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.6%
$/Student
$5.2K
Class Size
Large
46.1% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,075
In-State
$11,513
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,775
After Financial Aid
$6,005
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,800
Receive Grants
46.2%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $5,075/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,005.
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 Southwest Virginia Community College fund their education.
While in School
46.2%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,050
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 Southwest Virginia Community College.
Gender
62.8%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,651
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
24.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 53% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,651
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southwest Virginia Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 168 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
168
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
101
Men
67
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southwest Virginia Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,221
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
152 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$56K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
19 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
15 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$32K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
10 grads
Median earnings are $34K 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.