C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Patrick Henry College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Purcellville, Virginia 20132
🌐 https://www.phc.edu/
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 65%
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
F
31/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
F
25/100

Quick Stats

408
Total Enrollment
65%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
82%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Patrick Henry College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $901,146
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,100/mo — vs ~$556/mo campus room rate

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,400 $28,400
Room $5,000
Board $6,020
Total Cost (On-Campus) $40,445 $40,445

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
0%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

408
Total Students
46%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 46%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 91%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Patrick Henry College?
Patrick Henry College has an acceptance rate of 82%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Patrick Henry College?
Tuition at Patrick Henry College is $28,400 for in-state students and $28,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Patrick Henry College?
The graduation rate at Patrick Henry College is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Patrick Henry College a good school?
Patrick Henry College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): 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 Patrick Henry College?
Patrick Henry College has a total enrollment of 408 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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