Virginia Western Community College
About Virginia Western Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Virginia Western Community College teaches in Roanoke, in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Business and the sciences are its largest programs, alongside the transfer track most of its students take.
Founded
1966
Location
Roanoke, Virginia
Students
3,898
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,400
Out-of-state: $11,838
Avg Net Price
$4,966
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,787
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
40.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.7%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.9%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Large
The 40.1% graduation rate is below average, but 62.7% 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
$5,400
In-State
$11,838
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
$11,768
After Financial Aid
$4,966
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,105
Receive Grants
30.3%
Take Loans
4.5%
Tuition is $5,400/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,966.
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 Western Community College fund their education.
While in School
30.3%
Get Grants
Free money
4.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,676
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Virginia Western Community College.
Gender
58.1%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,898
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
20.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 44.2% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
3,898
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
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Virginia Western Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,787
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
94 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$38K
82 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$28K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$19K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$54K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K 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.