Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are public. By school level, all 5 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Community College | Weyers Cave, VA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Big Stone Gap, VA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Annandale, VA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Martinsville, VA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Virginia Western Community College | Roanoke, VA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Community College | $5,502 / $11,505 | - | 34% | 20:1 | 3,562 |
| Mountain Empire Community College | $4,863 / $10,866 | - | 40% | 18:1 | 1,928 |
| Northern Virginia Community College | $5,703 / $11,786 | - | 35% | 28:1 | 51,896 |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | $4,858 / $10,861 | - | 41% | 18:1 | 1,861 |
| Virginia Western Community College | $5,256 / $11,259 | - | 32% | 23:1 | 5,860 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |