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Average
Score: 51/100

Mountain Gateway Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Clifton Forge, Virginia 24422
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: 46%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
42/100
Prestige
F
22/100

Quick Stats

1,002
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,595
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Mountain Gateway Community College

17% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 171 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$148,122
Avg Monthly Rent
$927
1-Year Change
+7.3%
For parents & investors

The Mountain Gateway Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $148,122
  • Avg rent near campus: $927/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24448 (7.6% cap, Iron Gate)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
10%
Take Out Loans
$6,595
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,101
$30,001 - $48,000$4,978
$48,001 - $75,000$7,422
$75,001 - $110,000$12,865
$110,001+$10,972

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 78 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 43 grads/yr Electrician 34 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 31 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other 23 grads/yr Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Natural Resources/Conservation, General 16 grads/yr Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other 11 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 9 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 9 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 9 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 9 grads/yr General Studies 8 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 5 grads/yr Education, General 2 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 2 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 2 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Mountain Gateway Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs
Security and fire alarm systems installers
$59k/yr 85,900 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay
$101k/yr 23,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,002
Total Students
59%
Women
32%
Traditional Age (18-24)
17%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 5%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 17%
With Family 83%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~171 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mountain Gateway 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 Mountain Gateway Community College?
Tuition at Mountain Gateway 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 $6,595.
What is the graduation rate at Mountain Gateway Community College?
The graduation rate at Mountain Gateway Community College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Mountain Gateway Community College a good school?
Mountain Gateway Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 Mountain Gateway Community College?
Mountain Gateway Community College has a total enrollment of 1,002 students.
Is there rental demand near Mountain Gateway Community College?
Yes! Approximately 17% of students at Mountain Gateway Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 171 students who need rental housing near campus.

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