C
Average
Score: 53/100

Virginia Western Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Roanoke, Virginia 24015
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: 41%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

6,170
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,961
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Virginia Western Community College

12% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 710 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$307,878
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,363
1-Year Change
+4.6%
For parents & investors

The Virginia Western Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $307,878
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,363/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24013 (7.0% cap, Roanoke)

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🏆 Where Virginia Western Community College Ranks

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

🥈
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
of 6 schools
#18
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
of 31 schools
#19
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,818 $10,116

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$5,961
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,735
$30,001 - $48,000$5,260
$48,001 - $75,000$6,893
$75,001 - $110,000$9,545
$110,001+$9,383

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 165 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 83 grads/yr General Studies 70 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 64 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 62 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 62 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 57 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 48 grads/yr Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 47 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 46 grads/yr Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other 44 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 43 grads/yr Electrician 36 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 36 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 35 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 33 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 31 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 29 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 29 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Virginia Western Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr 40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs

Student Demographics

6,170
Total Students
56%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)
12%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 7%
Black 11%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 12%
With Family 89%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~710 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 54%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 21%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Virginia Western 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 Western Community College?
Tuition at Virginia Western Community College is $4,818 for in-state students and $10,116 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,961.
What is the graduation rate at Virginia Western Community College?
The graduation rate at Virginia Western Community College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Virginia Western Community College a good school?
Virginia Western Community College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (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 (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Virginia Western Community College?
Virginia Western Community College has a total enrollment of 6,170 students.
Is there rental demand near Virginia Western Community College?
Yes! Approximately 12% of students at Virginia Western Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 710 students who need rental housing near campus.

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