C
Average
Score: 50/100

Laurel Ridge Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Middletown, Virginia 22645
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 39%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
D
44/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,935
Total Enrollment
39%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
27.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,153
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Laurel Ridge Community College

10% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 594 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$455,375
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,278
1-Year Change
+5.9%
For parents & investors

The Laurel Ridge Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $455,375
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,278/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 22657 (5.1% cap, Strasburg)

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🏆 Where Laurel Ridge Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#14
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,758 $10,056

Financial Aid

69%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
4%
Take Out Loans
$6,153
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,461
$30,001 - $48,000$4,867
$48,001 - $75,000$6,034
$75,001 - $110,000$6,676
$110,001+$11,197

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 451 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 436 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 124 grads/yr Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other 75 grads/yr Computer Science 63 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 62 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 50 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 37 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 25 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 22 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 18 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Engineering, General 16 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 13 grads/yr Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other 13 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 11 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 9 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 9 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Laurel Ridge Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Health technologists and technicians, all other
$49k/yr 178,800 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,935
Total Students
60%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
10%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 15%
Black 5%
Asian 3%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 10%
With Family 90%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~594 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Laurel Ridge Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Laurel Ridge Community College?
Tuition at Laurel Ridge Community College is $4,758 for in-state students and $10,056 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,153.
What is the graduation rate at Laurel Ridge Community College?
The graduation rate at Laurel Ridge Community College is 39%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Laurel Ridge Community College a good school?
Laurel Ridge Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Laurel Ridge Community College?
Laurel Ridge Community College has a total enrollment of 5,935 students.
Is there rental demand near Laurel Ridge Community College?
Yes! Approximately 10% of students at Laurel Ridge Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 594 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology