- Patrick Henry offers many associate degree programs, certificate programs, and career studies programs, which include a variety of nontraditional programs such as industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and personal enrichment courses.
School Highlights
Patrick & Henry Community College serves 2,348 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,348 students
- In-state tuition: $154
- Out-state tuition: $351
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 222 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Patrick & Henry Community College
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
222 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Patrick & Henry Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Patrick & Henry Community College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,348 students
1,608 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
1,128 students
637 students
# Part-Time Students
1,220 students
971 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
234 students
314 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,128 students
611 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
158 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,220 students
971 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
8%
% Hispanic
11%
13%
% Black
22%
21%
% White
57%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
42%
41%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,900
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $154 is less than the state average of $3,748. The in-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $351 is less than the state average of $8,977. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$154
$3,748
Out-State Tuition Fees
$351
$8,977
Tuition Notes
$4.79 per credit hour starting 7/1/2024
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
77%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
59%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Founded in 1962 as a two-year branch of the University of Virginia's School of General Studies, Patrick Henry became an autonomous two year college of the university two years later. There are 23 community colleges in Virginia. In 1971, the college became a part of the Virginia Community College System. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County.
- Campus buildings: Learning Resource Center (LRC) completed spring of 1971, and the college became part of the Virginia Community College System on July 1, 1971.
- Patrick Henry Community College is a member of the Virginia Community College System and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Patrick & Henry Community College cost?
Patrick & Henry Community College's tuition is approximately $154 for In-State students and $351 for Out-State students.
What sports does Patrick & Henry Community College offer?
Patrick & Henry Community College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Softball and Volleyball.
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