Northern Virginia Community College is an open access, comprehensive community college offering two-year associate degrees, one-year certificates, and career studies certificates as well as continuing education and community services programs. NVCC, as one of the 23 colleges comprising the Virginia Community College System, is governed by the Virginia State Board for Community Colleges.
School Highlights
Northern Virginia Community College serves 52,873 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 52,873 students
In-state tuition: $3,882
Out-state tuition: $8,616
Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 67%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Northern Virginia Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 22:1 over five years.
The Northern Virginia Community College diversity score of 0.78 is more than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
52,873 students
2,063 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
15,551 students
843 students
# Part-Time Students
37,322 students
1,220 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
303 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
15,551 students
802 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
101 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
37,322 students
1,243 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
20 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
18%
7%
% Hispanic
24%
12%
% Black
14%
20%
% White
33%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.78
0.67
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
38%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.39%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$46,200
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,882 is more than the state average of $3,748. The in-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,616 is less than the state average of $8,977. The out-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,882
$3,748
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,616
$8,977
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
60%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
71%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) was established in 1964
as Northern Virginia Technical College to serve the eighth planning
district. A statewide technical college system was established with
23 regions under legislation enacted by the Virginia General
Assembly. In 1966, the College bought 78 acres in Annandale, which
became the first of five permanent campus sites. The first building
was constructed there and opened in 1967. That same year 100-acre
sites were purchased for campuses in Sterling, Manassas, and
Woodbridge. In 1969, a campus site was purchased for Alexandria.
NVCC offers a wide range of programs meeting standards for transfer
to baccalaureate degree programs in 4 year colleges and
universities. We also offer developmental courses to assist
students in developing skills to insure their success at the
college, and community service/continuing education courses which
serve to meet personal development needs and the needs for
business/industry training and retraining. The Annandale Campus
offerings include a variety of support classes, programs, and
continuing education courses for transfer preparation and workforce
partnerships. In addition to the in-class course offerings, our
faculty offer a wide range of formats such as: distance learning,
evenings, weekend college, and compressed weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northern Virginia Community College cost?
Northern Virginia Community College's tuition is approximately $3,882 for In-State students and $8,616 for Out-State students.
What is Northern Virginia Community College's ranking?
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 52,873 students
In-state tuition: $3,882
Out-state tuition: $8,616
Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 67%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Virginia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,748 per year for in-state students and $8,977 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,590 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
