School Highlights
Dabney S Lancaster Community College serves 1,075 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 48%.
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)
Top Rankings
Dabney S Lancaster Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 123% over five years.
Dabney S Lancaster Community College
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
94 staff
129 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
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 declined by 38% 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.
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