Tidewater Community College
About Tidewater Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Tidewater Community College teaches across Hampton Roads in Virginia, from Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Portsmouth. Business and the social sciences are its largest programs, and it teaches many students connected to the naval base beside it.
Founded
1968
Location
Norfolk, Virginia
Students
12,082
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,588
Out-of-state: $12,296
Avg Net Price
$11,762
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,349
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
31.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.8%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.2%
$/Student
$6.0K
Class Size
Large
The 31.7% graduation rate is below average, but 63.8% 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
$5,588
In-State
$12,296
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
$19,788
After Financial Aid
$11,762
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,222
Receive Grants
30.1%
Take Loans
8.4%
Tuition is $5,588/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,762.
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 Tidewater Community College fund their education.
While in School
30.1%
Get Grants
Free money
8.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,027
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,000, 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 Tidewater Community College.
Gender
58.1%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
12,082
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.6%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
31%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 41.6% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
12,082
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
Yes
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 Tidewater Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,349
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
600 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
264 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$29K
202 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$31K
171 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
94 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$63K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K 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.