The student population of Dabney S Lancaster Community College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Dabney S Lancaster Community College diversity score of 0.13 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,075 students
2,086 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
363 students
843 students
# Part-Time Students
712 students
1,243 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
603 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
363 students
802 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
169 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
712 students
1,243 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
20 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
7%
% Hispanic
2%
12%
% Black
2%
21%
% White
93%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.13
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
38%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.19%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,600
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,324 is less than the state average of $3,736. The in-state tuition has declined by 27% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,994 is less than the state average of $8,977. The out-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,324
$3,736
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,994
$8,977
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,484
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
71%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College is a dynamic, comprehensive
community college known for teaching excellence, quality support
services and responsiveness to business and industry training
needs. In September 1964, students were admitted for the first time
to the Clifton-Forge-Covington Division of Virginia Polytechnic
Institute and State University. In the first two years, this branch
college offered programs available at the parent institution, as
well as a certificate program in secretarial science. In 1965, a
pre-college foundation program was added. This was expanded into
the general community college program in 1966. Beginning with the
summer quarter in 1967, all programs of this community college came
under the control of the Virginia State Board for Community
College. The College itself was renamed Dabney S. Lancaster
Community College, honoring the prominent Virginia educator and
long-time resident of the College's service area. DSLCC offers over
40 programs in academic, professional, and technical areas, as well
as continuing education, workforce training, seminars, and more.
Flexible scheduling, off-campus offerings, and distance learning
options make higher education convenient and affordable. Dabney S.
Lancaster Community College (DSLCC) is accredited by the Commission
on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to
award Associate in Arts and Sciences (A.A.& S.) and Associate in
Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dabney S Lancaster Community College cost?
Dabney S Lancaster Community College's tuition is approximately $3,324 for In-State students and $7,994 for Out-State students.
What is Dabney S Lancaster Community College's ranking?
Dabney S Lancaster Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Least expensive tuition.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Dabney S Lancaster Community College is American National University (36.6 miles away)
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Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 1,075 students
In-state tuition: $3,324
Out-state tuition: $7,994
Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
Minority enrollment: 7%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Virginia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,736 per year for in-state students and $8,977 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,561 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
