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 49,560 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and American), which is more than the state average of 93%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 49,560 students
In-state tuition: $3,882
Out-state tuition: $8,616
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 95%
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 21:1 has decreased from 22:1 over five years.
The Northern Virginia Community College diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
49,560 students
1,544 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
13,939 students
599 students
# Part-Time Students
35,621 students
945 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
303 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
13,939 students
471 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
89 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
35,621 students
945 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
16%
7%
% Asian
15%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
18%
13%
% White
5%
7%
% Hawaiian
39%
48%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3287%
0.4069%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3478%
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 30% 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
59%
78%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
59%
Source: 2023 (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 (2024-25)
Enrollment: 49,560 students
In-state tuition: $3,882
Out-state tuition: $8,616
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 95%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
