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 71,176 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 71,176 students
In-state tuition: $3,882
Out-state tuition: $8,616
Student:teacher ratio: 31:1
Minority enrollment: 66%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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The student population of Northern Virginia Community College has grown by 37% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.
The Northern Virginia Community College diversity score of 0.79 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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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 26% over four years.
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Tuition Notes
$218.86 per credit for Virginia resident students, $436.18 per credit for out-of-state students.
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
59%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Taima Al-Iriani, Recipient of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship -
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.
Who are famous alumni from Northern Virginia Community College?
Northern Virginia Community College famous alumni include: Taima Al-Iriani, Recipient of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.
What is Northern Virginia Community College's ranking?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 71,176 students
In-state tuition: $3,882
Out-state tuition: $8,616
Student:teacher ratio: 31:1
Minority enrollment: 66%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
