Virginia Peninsula Community College
About Virginia Peninsula Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Virginia Peninsula Community College teaches in Hampton, on the water between Norfolk and Williamsburg, and teaches many students connected to the shipyards and bases around it. The social sciences and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Hampton, Virginia
Students
3,941
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,088
Out-of-state: $11,526
Avg Net Price
$7,012
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,996
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
33.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
26%
$/Student
$6.1K
Class Size
Large
The 33.9% 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
$5,088
In-State
$11,526
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
$13,576
After Financial Aid
$7,012
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,074
Receive Grants
26%
Take Loans
5.4%
Tuition is $5,088/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,012.
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 Virginia Peninsula Community College fund their education.
While in School
26%
Get Grants
Free money
5.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,866
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 Virginia Peninsula Community College.
Gender
58.4%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,941
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
26%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 39% 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
3,941
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
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Virginia Peninsula Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 80 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
80
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
89% / 11%
71
Men
9
Women
3
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Virginia Peninsula Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,996
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
$25K
125 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$25K
97 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
75 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
66 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
41 grads
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.