Virginia Highlands Community College — tuition $4,758 in-state, $10,056 out-of-state
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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: 42%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
27/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
2,052
Total Enrollment
42%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,613
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Virginia Highlands Community College ▼
21%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (24212) has no residential market, so these figures average 2 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (24211, 24210).
What happens to students who enroll at Virginia Highlands Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$32,681
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,926
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
40.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
43.4%
Students receiving Pell grants
Earnings rank: 40th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Virginia Highlands Community College
Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
$4,758
$10,056
Financial Aid
91%
Receive Any Aid
63%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$5,613
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
Family Income
Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000
$4,811
$30,001 - $48,000
$4,877
$48,001 - $75,000
$6,057
$75,001 - $110,000
$6,509
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~431 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person42%
Hybrid (Some Online)35%
Fully Online23%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)42%
25-64 (Adult)24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Virginia Highlands 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 Virginia Highlands Community College?
Tuition at Virginia Highlands 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 $5,613.
What is the graduation rate at Virginia Highlands Community College?
The graduation rate at Virginia Highlands Community College is 42%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Virginia Highlands Community College a good school?
Virginia Highlands Community College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (A): 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 Virginia Highlands Community College?
Virginia Highlands Community College has a total enrollment of 2,052 students.
Is there rental demand near Virginia Highlands Community College?
Yes! Approximately 21% of students at Virginia Highlands Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 431 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Abingdon area.
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